Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs
Carson City, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.93 km100 km50 km22 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races in Lake Tahoe
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 34 races in Lake Tahoe with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions34Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,115 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Stefan Czapski · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
America’s Most Beautiful Ride
Lake Valley, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
158.52 km114.91 km
Charity RunForest+4
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Run to the Beach
Tahoe Vista, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsCulture & History+4
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Rock Tahoe
Stateline, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Lake Tahoe Marathon
Stateline, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs | Carson City, Nevada, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km100 km50 km22 km |
| Date to be announced | America’s Most Beautiful Ride | Lake Valley, California, US | Road Cycling | 158.52 km114.91 km |
| Date to be announced | Run to the Beach | Tahoe Vista, California, US | Trail Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Rock Tahoe | Stateline, Nevada, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Lake Tahoe Marathon | Stateline, Nevada, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Lake Tahoe (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 34 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Carson City, Lake Valley, Tahoe Vista, and Stateline. Notable events in the selection include Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, America’s Most Beautiful Ride, and Run to the Beach.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +6,115 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Lake Tahoe includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Lake Tahoe?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 34 individual races in Lake Tahoe. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, America’s Most Beautiful Ride, and Run to the Beach.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Lake Tahoe?
Events in Lake Tahoe focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Carson City, Lake Valley, Tahoe Vista, and Stateline.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Lake Tahoe?
The most selective courses in Lake Tahoe climb up to +6,115 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Lake Tahoe?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.