Sycamore Island 5k & 10k Run/Walk

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Sycamore Island - 39664 Avenue 7 1/2, Madera CA

Sunday, January 11th, 2026

🏃‍♀️ Welcome to the 2026 Sycamore Island 5k & 10k Run/Walk

Proceeds from the event will benefit the San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust and Sycamore Island.

🌄 Explore the Scenic Beauty

Join us for an exhilarating day along the Lower San Joaquin River, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Sycamore Island. Our single-track trail courses, tailored for both beginners and seasoned runners, promise a fast and enjoyable experience.

👟 Course Options:

5k Run/Walk: A perfect choice for beginners or those seeking a quick, scenic challenge.
10k Run/Walk: Embrace the extra distance and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Sycamore Island.

🌱 Support a Worthy Cause

Your participation goes beyond the trails. All proceeds from this event will benefit the San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust and Sycamore Island. By joining us, you contribute to the preservation of these natural treasures.

🎉 Event Highlights

Custom Finisher Medals: for all participants.
Event T-shirt: to commemorate your Sycamore Island adventure.
Awards: for top performers in each category.
Preserve, Protect, Participate: Let’s run for a cause and celebrate the spirit of Sycamore Island.

🗓️ Participant Info

Early Bib Pickup: Saturday, January 10th from 3:30-5:30pm at Fleet Feet Sports Fresno located at 9447 N Fort Washington Suite 106 Fresno, Ca 93730.
Race Day Packet Pickup: Sunday, Jan 11th from 7:15-8:15am at Sycamore Island. There will not be any race day registration.
Start Time: Both races will start at 8:30am.
Restrooms: Restrooms are spread along the course at Sycamore Island.

📍 Sycamore Island Address

39664 Ave 7 1/2, Madera, CA 93636. There will be a sign on Ave 7 1/2 pointing towards the entrance of Sycamore Island. For directions via Google maps click here.

🚗 Parking

Once you enter through the main gate of Sycamore Island you will follow the road down and then turn left. We will have volunteers directing traffic near the entrance. There is no fee.

🎶 Race Start Location

We will have music playing before the race starts and the Start/Finish arch is located on the North East side of Sycamore Island. Click here for a Map.

👕 Shirts

If the shirt size you registered for does not fit please wait until after the race to switch it out for another size, if it's available. Shirt sizing is unisex.

🏷️ Course Markers

The course will be marked with signs & directional arrows and orange ribbon. So long as you look for the signs and follow the directional arrows the course should be easy to follow.

🐶 Course Restrictions

Dogs & Strollers are not allowed on the course.

💧 Aid Stations

There will be one aid station for the 5k & 10k along the course at roughly 1.5 miles in. The 10k will come back to this aid station on the return at 4.5 miles in.

🏆 Awards

We will start with 5k Overall Awards First around 8:55am then age group awards afterwards. 10k Overall awards will start around 9:15am followed by age group awards. If you win an award and are unable to stay they will be available to pick up at Fleet Feet Sports Fresno on Wednesday following the race.

🌳 About Sycamore Island

The San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust started operating Sycamore Island in 2013 under a 5-year agreement with the San Joaquin River Conservancy. Sycamore Island is still a great place to visit! Sycamore Island has three access points to the river for canoeing and kayaking, and has several miles of dirt roads that provide an excellent surface for trail running or walking. There are three covered picnic shelters on the 350-acre property, and a bait shop that sells snacks and beverages.