The Tahoe 200, along with the smaller festival races, are cancelled for 2020.
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Spanning peak to shore, we have a little something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend on the West Shore or you’re up for more of an adventure, jump in to enjoy a weekend of celebrating running and the great outdoors.
Friday, September 11th 8:00 am – 12:00 pm and Saturday, September 12th through Sunday, September 13th, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Between 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Friday, September 11th and through September 12th – September 13th from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, our base area will be converted into a base camp for numerous outdoors vendors, running outfitters, and local apparel brands. This will double as the starting location for all race events taking place this weekend, including the starting and finishing location of the Tahoe 200. Guests are also permitted (and encouraged) to explore the trail system our resort has to offer and try new gear offered in the village. Select races will allow day-of sign-ups.
Just hanging out or passing by? Don’t forget to grab food or drinks from the Tahoe Fusion or Mountain BBQ. We’ll also have a fully serviced bar available through the weekend.
Entry Cost: Free to public
Parking: With limited parking available on-site, we encourage those nearby visiting from nearby to ride-share, bike, run, or walk to the event. Paid parking is available through the week on an overnight, and weekly basis.
Friday, September 11th at 10:00 am
This quad-burner may be short, but it’s oh-so steep! Participants will compete for a podium spot by racing straight up “The Face” to the top of the Madden Chair and gaining 1,060′ vertical before heading back down. If it’s any consolation, the lake views are worth it. Day of registration will be available.
Entry Cost: $20
Cutoff time: 2 hrs
Elevation gain/loss: 1,060′ / 1,060′
Distance: 4.28km / 2.5 miles
Terrain: This race takes place 100% on Homewood’s in-bounds 4×4 dirt trails.
Prizing: Coming soon
Saturday, September 12th at 8:00 am
AKA “Tour de Homewood” offers intermediate to advanced level runners a route that literally stretches peak to shore. Starting at Homewood’s base area under the arch, runners set off across traversing trails stretching to the resort’s summit. For those interested in the views, this route won’t disappoint.
Cost: $30
Cutoff time: 4 hrs
Our generous cutoff time allows hikers and fast-paced walkers to join in. You would have to average 24-minute miles to finish this course within the cutoff time.
Aid Stations: 4 on course
Terrain: Mostly dirt double track trails
Vertical gain/loss: 1,924′ / 1,924′ (out-and-back)
Prizes: Coming soon
Saturday, September 12th at 9:00 am
Our 10k takes place on the ski resort’s trail system and offers runners an intermediate level route with epic lake views and forested trails! Starting at Homewood’s base area under the arch, this race spans the southern ski trails before traversing up and over to the top of the Madden Chair.
Cost: $25
Cutoff time: 3 hrs
Our generous cutoff time allows hikers and fast-paced walkers to join in. You would have to average 29-minute miles to finish this course within the cutoff time.
Aid Stations: 3 on course
Terrain: Mostly dirt double track trails
Elevation gain/loss: 1,352′ / 1,352′ (out-and-back)
Prizes: Coming soon
Saturday, September 12th at 12:00 PM
This is a run best enjoyed with your dog! Open to both pet owners and non-pet owners, our 5k race is dog-friendly, as long as you have your well-mannered pup on a leash during the race. Starting at Homewood’s base area under the arch, this race spans a 2.5km traverse across the south base area of Homewood Mountain Resort and toward the resort’s southernmost tip before turning back for the finish line. This is a “fun run” and is our most beginner-friendly race route.
Cost: $15
Cutoff time: 1 hr
Our generous cutoff time allows hikers and fast-paced walkers to join in. You would have to average 19-minute miles to finish this course within the cutoff time.
Aid Stations: 1 on course
Terrain: Both dirt double-track trails and single-track terrain
Vertical gain/loss: 414′ / 414′
Prizes: Coming soon
Saturday, September 12th & 1:00 pm.
Just for fun, we’re holding a 2K “Beer Run” race in true Homewood fashion. Available to all ages (root beer is served to those under 21) this race stretched between our North & South base areas all while providing beer samples along the way. Full belly of beer is included in registration.
Cost: $25
Cutoff time: 1 hrs
Elevation gain/loss: 161′ / 161′
Distance: 2k / 1.24 mile
Terrain: This race takes place 100% on Homewood’s in-bounds 4×4 dirt trails.
Prizing: Coming soon
Sunday, September 13th at 8:00 am
Hosted by Destination Trail, The Tahoe 25k is a fun and challenging race that spans between the base of Homewood all the way to Ellis Peak and Barker pass while gaining 3,879′. Enjoy unbeatable views on this route of the Crystal Basin, Loon Lake, Desolation Wilderness, and of course- Big Blue. There are four aid stations across this course.
Cost: $89
Cutoff time: 6 hrs
Friday, September 11th at 9:00 am
Join us as we cheer on your our favorite ultra runners from around the globe! Racers will begin their 205.5 mile journey at 9:00 am on Friday, September 11th right from our base area near North Lodge. During the event, we’ll be showcasing a live feed of the racers in the Vendor Village. We’re expecting to see these racers complete their loop back into Homewood the following Sunday & Monday.
Aside from earning bragging rights, registrants for any of our above races will bring home a swag bag (contents coming soon).
Are you a business offering in sponsoring our swag bag? Reach out to us below:
Day of registration, bib pickup, and swag bags can be picked up within an hour of your race at the base of Homewood Mountain Resort. Have a question about the race? Reach out to our team here: [email protected]