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Dick Collins Firetrails

Trail Running covering 30 km to 100 km with up to 3,140 m D+ in Castro Valley (California, United States)

LocationCastro Valley, California, United StatesShow on map(37.6955° N, 122.0739° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2007
Elevation gainUp to +3,140 m

Dick Collins Firetrails is an endurance sporting event in Castro Valley, California, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2007, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Bay Ridge 100k (100 km, +3,140 m D+), Trail 50 mi (80.47 km, +2,420 m D+), Golden Hills Marathon (42 km, +1,200 m D+), and Trail 18.64 mi (30 km, +1,140 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (scenaperformance.com).

Official website
Dick Collins Firetrails in Castro Valley (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainSeaside & CoastHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Bay Ridge 100kTrail Running100 km+3,140 m3 m - 1,322 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 miTrail Running80.47 km+2,420 m6 m - 1,022 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Golden Hills MarathonTrail Running42 km+1,200 m9 m - 513 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 18.64 miTrail Running30 km+1,140 m12 m - 491 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
100 km
Elevation gain
+3,140 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,140 m D-
Altitude range
3 m - 1,322 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.3 % / 11.3 %
Course format
Loop course
100 km+3,140 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS37.6955° N, 122.0739° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 3 m to 1,322 m above sea level (+3,140 m D+, -3,140 m D-)

Peak: 1,322 m·at 65.9 km·Ø 6.3 %
3 m443 m882 m1,322 m0 km20 km40 km60 km80 km100 km1,322 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Dick Collins Firetrails take place?

Dick Collins Firetrails takes place in Castro Valley, California, US (start area at coordinates 37.6955° N, 122.0739° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Dick Collins Firetrails?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Bay Ridge 100k (100 km, +3,140 m D+), Trail 50 mi (80.47 km, +2,420 m D+), Golden Hills Marathon (42 km, +1,200 m D+), and Trail 18.64 mi (30 km, +1,140 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Dick Collins Firetrails?

The main competition (Bay Ridge 100k over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,140 m of elevation gain and -3,140 m of elevation loss, ranging between 3 m and 1,322 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Dick Collins Firetrails?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (scenaperformance.com).