In 27 days · Sun, Sep 20, 2026
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When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
3400 San Lorenzo Way, Merced CA
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
61–90°F · low rain risk
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2025
67–92°F
dry
2024
60–87°F
dry
2023
63–88°F
dry
2022
60–78°F
dry
2021
57–91°F
dry
2020
62–95°F
dry
2019
55–86°F
dry
2018
58–90°F
dry
2017
59–84°F
dry
2016
73–96°F
dry
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About this race
Race Location
Fahrens Park Disc Golf Course
3400 San Lorenzo Way
Merced, CA 95348
Event Details
- Date: September 20, 2026
- Distance: 5K and 10K options
- Location: Enjoy trails through the disc golf course and dog park
- 10K Turnaround: General Vang Pao Park
Supporting a Cause
- Fundraising: Proceeds will go toward a new home for Elroy and his tortoise friends at the Merced Applegate Zoo.
- Exhibit Goals: Development of a new tortoise exhibit providing a safe, comfortable habitat.
- Visitor Engagement: Improved opportunities for visitors to learn about Elroy and his friends.
- Gratitude: Special thanks to the initial exhibit sponsors, Merced Breakfast Lions!
Participation Notes
- Registration: Every registration and donation helps reach our goal!
- Together: We can make the new exhibit a reality!
- Message: Every Pace Wins the Race!
- Age Requirement: Participants 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult on the race course.
Register Here
To learn more and to register for the Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K, visit: Gateway to Yosemite 10K/5K
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