UPDATES
JUNE 17, 2025
Crew access for the 52k and 34k races is canceled for 2025. There is limited parking and safe turnaround area that does not impede with the course or negatively impact all runners. Crew and spectators are not allowed access to support their runner along the course.
JUNE 10, 2025
Slight modification to the 34k and 52k courses in the mile leading into the Rainbow Ridge aid station. The course modification is due to a recent timber harvest which removed the trail. The course will follow the forest road instead. The modification adds about 0.7 miles to the overall distances of each race. GPX and course maps have been updated to reflect this modification for 2025.
The 10k out-and-back course is unaffected.
The 10k out-and-back course is unaffected.
APRIL 10, 2025
TRAINING RUN DATES ANNOUNCED
SATURDAY MAY 17, 2025
21-miles
We will run the entire 34k course from start to finish. This run has approximately 4,000’ of elevation gain (3,200’ – 5,300’).
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring at about 9-miles. This is a natural water source – bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Saturday's meet-up instructions:
Meet at the Box Canyon Dam parking area at 8:00 AM.
Saturday's driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zLTAi5gqMDGW2ZQq6
Saturday Training Run GPX File:
21-miles
We will run the entire 34k course from start to finish. This run has approximately 4,000’ of elevation gain (3,200’ – 5,300’).
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring at about 9-miles. This is a natural water source – bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Saturday's meet-up instructions:
Meet at the Box Canyon Dam parking area at 8:00 AM.
Saturday's driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zLTAi5gqMDGW2ZQq6
Saturday Training Run GPX File:
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SUNDAY MAY 18, 2025
18-miles
We will run an 18-mile out-and-back section between along the Sisson-Callahan trail to Mt. Eddy summit. This run has approximately 5,500’ of elevation gain (3,500’ – 9,000’).
Expect a river ford where you will get your feet wet at the beginning and end of the run.
Our ability to reach the summit of Mt. Eddy will depend on the remaining snowpack on the trail above about 6,000’.
The lower 3.5 miles of Sunday’s run will repeat the same section of trail from Saturday’s run.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there are reliable natural springs at about 4.0-, 7.5, 11.0-, and 14.0-miles. These are natural water sources – bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Sunday's meet-up instructions:
1. Meet at the Box Canyon Dam parking area at 8:00 AM.
2. From the Box Canyon Dam we will caravan to the bottom of the Sisson-Callahan trail about a 20-minute (6-mile) drive on rough forest roads. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Sunday's driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zLTAi5gqMDGW2ZQq6
Sunday Training Run GPX File:
18-miles
We will run an 18-mile out-and-back section between along the Sisson-Callahan trail to Mt. Eddy summit. This run has approximately 5,500’ of elevation gain (3,500’ – 9,000’).
Expect a river ford where you will get your feet wet at the beginning and end of the run.
Our ability to reach the summit of Mt. Eddy will depend on the remaining snowpack on the trail above about 6,000’.
The lower 3.5 miles of Sunday’s run will repeat the same section of trail from Saturday’s run.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there are reliable natural springs at about 4.0-, 7.5, 11.0-, and 14.0-miles. These are natural water sources – bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Sunday's meet-up instructions:
1. Meet at the Box Canyon Dam parking area at 8:00 AM.
2. From the Box Canyon Dam we will caravan to the bottom of the Sisson-Callahan trail about a 20-minute (6-mile) drive on rough forest roads. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Sunday's driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zLTAi5gqMDGW2ZQq6
Sunday Training Run GPX File:
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APRIL 1, 2025
Registration fees increase for all race distances.
MARCH 28, 2025
Race distance labels for the long- and mid-distance races have been adjusted to more accurately represent the true course distances. Trail running race distances are always an approximation.
Due to the small changes in the long- and mid-distance courses in recent years, the distance labels have been updated to 52k and 34k.
The courses have not been changed since registration opened on January 1, 2025.
The 10k label is unchanged.
Due to the small changes in the long- and mid-distance courses in recent years, the distance labels have been updated to 52k and 34k.
The courses have not been changed since registration opened on January 1, 2025.
The 10k label is unchanged.
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
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LOGE Mt. Shasta is the official lodging sponsor for Headwaters Trail Runs. Take your pick from their variety of lodging options. Enjoy coffee and brews at The Finlandia Cafe, located on-site. Plus, gear rentals, camp spots, fire pits, free events, and much more. Book your stay using the link below and receive a discounted rates between 6/19 - 6/22 while room availability lasts.
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JANUARY 1, 2025
Online registration is officially open through June 19th at Ultrasignup.com.
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