Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Three Rivers, California
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $65 on Oct 12, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a hoodie or sweatshirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Run | 10K | Nov 14, 20268:00 AM | $60$65 after Oct 12, 2026 | – |
| 5k Run | 5K | Nov 14, 20268:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 12, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $65 on Oct 12, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Run: $60 until Oct 12, then $65 until Nov 2, then $70 until Nov 15.
- 5k Run: $45 until Oct 12, then $50 until Nov 2, then $55 until Nov 15.
Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $60, entry is about 40 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in California runs 1:15:54, about 12:13 a mile, based on 43 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:21:47 and men in 1:08:56.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:31 AM, and the 10K Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 2,860 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
39670 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results5k Run
10K Run
Aggregated from official results for Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run?
At the 2025 5k Run, the fastest tenth finished in 27:01 or better, the top quarter in 30:13, and half the field in 39:02; the last tenth came in after 59:41.
At the 2025 10K Run, the fastest tenth finished in 46:19 or better, the top quarter in 51:44, and half the field in 1:01:40; the last tenth came in after 1:18:46.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 27:42 | 24:54 |
| 30-39 | 34:39 | 28:59 |
| 40-49 | 32:36 | 32:20 |
| 50-59 | 44:06 | n/a |
| 60-69 | n/a | 49:31 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
How fast is it?
Faster than most California trail 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:13, against 32:02 in a typical California trail 5K, so times here run 6 percent faster.
- 10K: Faster than most California trail 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 51:44, against 1:06:32 in a typical California trail 10K, so times here run 22 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 14 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 56°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 26°F and hot years reach 68°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 39670 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 2,860 feet
- Included with entry
- Hoodie
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 14, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $65 on Oct 12, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $60, entry is about 40 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a hoodie or sweatshirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 122 runners finished the 5k Run; the median finish was 39:02 and the winner ran 19:37.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:13, against 32:02 in a typical California trail 5K, so times here run 6 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 39670 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271.
From the organizers
Get ready to join the fun as we roll out the Second Annual Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run - a fun and scenic adventure along the empty Kaweah Lake Bottom! After an incredible sold-out inaugural race (two weeks early!), we're thrilled to welcome back our runners for another unforgettable day on the trails.
Enjoy breathtaking views, perfect fall weather (God willing), and a friendly community atmosphere as you take on either the 5K or 10K course. Whether you're chasing a new PR or just out to enjoy nature with friends, this event is all about having fun, great company, and a little bit of post-race celebration!