Coastal Redwoods Trailfest Overview
Dates: May 14-18, 2025
Trailfest HQ: Santa Rosa, CA
Event Parking: Satellite lot - Park and hop on a quick shuttle to Trailfest HQ.
Nearest airport: Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS)
Average temps: 74° / 48° F
Check-In
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Check in from 12:00 - 8:00 PM
Event Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Event Parking: Satellite lot - Park and hop on a quick shuttle to Trailfest HQ. (Santa Rosa, CA)
Check-Out
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Check out by 12:00 PM
Please be respectful and leave your tent as you found it and in a timely manner!
Can't make it during check-in hours?
Don't fret! We will have a pop-up tent stationed near the camping area for after-hours self check-in. Instructions will be posted so you can get to your tent and settle in. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM. Please be mindful of your campground neighbors if arriving after this time.
What You'll Get At Check-In
Race Bib
You'll receive one bib that you will use for all 3 races. Please do not lose your bib! It has a timing chip on the back, so be careful not to fold the bib or get it wet. If you have any issues with your bib, we will have staff and volunteers available throughout the event to help resolve them.
Wristband
Wristbands will be used during the event for runners to gain access to the meal tent and race shuttles.
Camp Tag
You'll receive a tag to claim your tent during event check-in. Tents are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Please follow instructions on-site and head to the camping area to choose an available 4 or 6-person tent.
Race Shuttles
All Trailfest runs will be accessed via shuttle from the ranch (Trailfest HQ). Each morning, shuttles at the ranch will take runners to their start line and return them from the finish line. These shuttles are the only way to access our daily runs and are included in your registration.
Schedule: Exact shuttle times TBD
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Who can ride? Runners only. We cannot allow spectators at the start lines.
Can I drive to the start line? No, the event runs do not have public parking at the start line. Please park at our event parking lot and ride the shuttles.
Spectators at Coastal Redwoods Trailfest
There is no race parking or spectator access at race start or finish lines. Spectators should plan to celebrate with their runners when they have returned to Trailfest HQ.
Aid stations are staffed by volunteers. If you need have questions or need assistance, please speak with the volunteers.
1 aid station on each course.
Location: near the halfway point.
Facilities: Bathroom available.
Hydration: Water and Gnarly Hydrate electrolyte drink.
Nutrition: Fresh fruit, Honey Stinger gels.
Non-Runner Participants
Coming with non-runners? They don't need to purchase an All Festival Pass!
Spectating The Runs
There is no event parking at Trailfest start or finish lines. Non-runners should plan to meet their runners at Trailfest HQ after the run to congratulate them.
Non-Runner Activities
Trailfest will offer plenty to do for the non-runner. All the activities begin after 2:00 pm. Everything from yoga classes, nature walks, massage therapists, local vendors, and shops offer plenty to do for those who don’t want to venture out onto the trails. In addition, the speakers, film-screenings, entertainment, or other parts of the festival aspect are free to join in on. The town of Santa Rosa and County of Sonoma also have plenty to offer. Non-runners may share a tent or cabin with a runner.
Non-Runner Meals
A nightly buffet dinner and a morning grab-n-go breakfast are available at Trailfest HQ. These meals are included for runners. Non-runners may purchase meal tickets at the registration tent or at the buffet table for a fee, cash or credit accepted. Purchased meal tickets will be given to the volunteer at the buffet entrance.
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About The Host
Tireless travel directors, local guides, trail runners, photography gurus, and staff medics...we're all here to make your experience one for the ages.
Itinerary
Things to keep in mind
FAQ
Who goes on these trips?
From solo travelers to groups, teens to the silver-haired, seasoned thrill-seekers to those ready to step out of their comfort zone for the first time - these trips offer an experience for everyone. Our past adventurers come from all walks of life but all share a love of life and a willingness to challenge themselves.
Seriously. Don't be afraid to come alone. You are sure to leave with new friends, new confidence, and approximately 800 photos of moments that took your breath away!
How difficult are the runs?
The adventures are meant to challenge you. That being said, we welcome runners of various levels and will support you towards the finish line.
Each day we’ll be running/hiking between 7-12K (approx. 3-6 miles). Most of these runs will have a decent amount of elevation gain. It is not uncommon for us to walk the uphill portions and run when the terrain is flat or downhill.
We plan for runners to maintain at least a 20-minute per mile trail pace on these runs. If we believe this pace becomes too difficult for a runner, we may ask them to sit out a run or offer a shorter course for them.
Can I bring someone who doesn't run?
If you want to bring a partner to the event that doesn’t want to participate in the runs, that’s totally fine. They'll still get to join in the daily activities and explore the destination - just not on the trails. They can join us as a fast hiker (20 minutes per mile) if they choose!
Just sign up for the event as a regular participant, but let us know in the registration notes that your partner is not running.