SCHEDULE

STAYING ON TIME

The Santa Clarita Trail Race follows a carefully planned schedule over two exciting days, with early check-in on Friday and the race taking place Saturday morning. To ensure you have the best experience, it’s important to plan ahead and stay on top of the timeline. Arriving early will give you plenty of time to park, check-in, use the bathroom, and get mentally and physically prepared for an unforgettable race.

Below, you’ll find the full race timeline to help you plan and make the most of your race weekend!

Pre-race brief

RACE TIMELINE

  • Dec 8, 2024
    FRIDAY - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    EARLY CHECK-IN

    Skip the race day rush and check-in on Friday to get your bib and swag while getting a great preview of the course.

    WHAT: Early Check-In
    WHEN: Friday
    TIME: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    WHERE: Race Festival - East Walker Ranch Open Space
    16723 Placerita Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91321    .

    View Directions & Parking Page

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 6:00 AM

    EVENT PARKING OPENS

    We recommend carpooling with your friends and other runners to help save the limited parking spaces. Bring cash for event parking at the gate. Thank you!

    General Parking: $20 Cash

    View Directions & Parking Page

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 6:00 AM - 7:45 AM

    LAST MINUTE CHECK-IN

    Race day check-in for anyone who didn't come to early check-in on Friday. 

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 7:30 AM

    28K START

    Cut-Off Time: 5-Hours

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 7:40 AM

    HALF MARATHON START

    Cut-Off Time: 4-Hours

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 7:50 AM

    10K START

    Cut-Off Time: 3-Hours

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 8:00 AM

    5K START

    Cut-Off Time: 2-Hours

  • Dec 8, 2024
    SATURDAY - 12:30 PM

    RACE FINISH

    Cut-off for the 28K distance.  All races finished and the event ends.

Disclaimer: Please note that race information here represents what is planned for the Santa Clarita Trail Race. Locations, course variations, and changes may apply depending on conditions, availability, and improvements. We strive to make the best experience for the runners. Thank you for your understanding.

RACE DAY: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2025

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