Half Marathon races near West Sacramento

The Acorn Creek Trail Run begins near the Acorn Creek Trailhead at Salmon Falls Ranch, located west of Salmon Falls Road and south of Pilot Hill, California. This single-track trail race unfolds in the Gold Country foothills east of Folsom Lake, with Bizz Running Company managing the event. The course crosses privately owned land cared for by the American River Conservancy, a nonprofit conservation organization. Salmon Falls Ranch is frequented by both runners and mountain bikers. Race proceeds directly support trail work and maintenance in the Acorn Creek and Salmon Falls Ranch areas.

The Davis Turkey Trot, held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving in Davis, California, begins at 6th and C Streets for all timed races. It offers participants a choice of distances on one morning: 1 mile, 2 mile, 5K, 10K, and half marathon, along with a children's run. The event typically draws between 1,000 and 5,000 participants, creating a busy, community-focused atmosphere. The courses are noted for being fast and flat, suitable for beginners, families, and those aiming for a consistent pace. The half marathon is not a Boston Qualifier. The event incorporates the holiday spirit through its shirts, post-race activities, and finisher medals for human and canine participants. Packet pickup is offered the day before and on race morning, with parking at Davis High School and bib pickup located near the finish line on race day.

The Thanksgiving Turkey Gobble Trot is a Sacramento run and walk held at Sutter's Landing Regional Park during the Thanksgiving season. Runners and walkers can choose a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, and there is also a virtual option for people who want to cover the distance on their own. The event is built for families and casual participants as much as regular runners, with all ages and paces welcome and under-18s needing a guardian. The setup is simple: pick a distance, bring friends or family, and run or walk before the holiday meal. The organizer leans into the Thanksgiving theme with the line “run so we can feast,” and the event is promoted as a community outing rather than a race that demands special gear or experience. Coordinators are on hand to support participants, which fits the relaxed format and makes the longer distances less intimidating for people setting a holiday fitness goal.

Santa Hustle Roseville is a December holiday running event in Roseville, California, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Dash. It accommodates a broad range of participants, including adults, children, faster runners, walkers, families, and first-timers on race day. The race embraces the Christmas theme with holiday music, candy canes, and cookies for runners, creating a seasonal outing atmosphere rather than a standard road race. The variety of distances allows serious runners to focus on their times while families can opt for the 5K or Kids Dash, and volunteers contribute to the event.

The Lost Trail 5K & Half Marathon begins at Granite Beach within Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, located in Granite Bay, California. This event offers both a 3.1-mile trail run and a 13.1-mile half marathon. The half marathon commences in the morning, followed shortly by the 5K. The courses are marked and traverse Folsom Lake terrain, featuring lake views and wildflowers. Aid stations for the half marathon are positioned at miles 2.2, 4.2, 6.2, 10, and 11.5. Both races provide finisher medals, overall awards for the top male and female finishers, and age-group awards for the top three in each category.