UPDATES
June 22, 2022
2023 date set for June 17th.
June 18, 2022
An incredible day at the 2022 Headwaters Trail Runs. 174 finishers in all three race distances.
MAY 17 - JUNE 17, 2022
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Niki Gatton (nikigatton.com) created the artwork for the 2022 Headwaters Trail Runs poster.
The original painting, “Shasta Ships,” is being auctioned to raise funds for the Mount Shasta High School cross-country team. Link to auction: https://www.32auctions.com/HeadwatersTrailRuns2022 Niki says she, "drew inspiration for "Shasta Ships" from the different versions of the lenticular clouds that commonly loom over Mt. Shasta. Lenticular clouds are not unique to just Mt. Shasta but the ones that form over Mt. Shasta are unique to that mountain. This was what I hoped to capture." The Mount Shasta High School cross-country program began in 1996 as an unfunded sport. Over the past 25 years the program has relied solely on volunteer coaching and fundraising efforts by team members and parents. The program has evolved into one of the top high school running programs in Northern California. The team has qualified runners to the state championship meet every year since 2001, including 3 individual state champions, 14 top-ten finishers, and the only brother/sister state champions in 2004. The girls cross-country team dominated Division 5 from 2005 to 2007 with three consecutive team championships. Niki is a native Californian who lives to spend time outside skiing and mountain biking with her family. Her passion for the outdoors drives her passion to paint. Niki has spent years learning to make paint become the fantasy world that is the mountains. She paints in bold colors, with unique brush strokes, bringing to life the mountain landscapes that are based in reality, but live boldly in her head. She seeks to bring people the joy she feels every time she escapes to a mountain paradise. |
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May 21 & 22, 2022
A reminder that we will be hosting 56k and 31k training runs on May 21 and 22! This is a great opportunity for experienced and new runners to Headwaters Trail Runs 56k and 31k distances. Both races involved new sections from the previous 50k and 30k editions. Join us May 21 and 22 to preview the new courses!
RSVP is not necessary, but appreciated. Please email info@headwaterstrailruns.net to declare your training runs participation!
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (20.1-miles)
We will run the entire 31k course from start to finish. The 31k course is the same as the 56k course without the 15-mile out-and-back section between North Fork AS and Deadfall Meadow AS.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring (even during the current drought) at about 10.1-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 Lake Siskiyou Campground marina (official race start/finish area) at 8:00 AM.
Note: The campground charges a $2 entry fee.
Saturday's driving directions: https://goo.gl/maps/ScLU3diajJ8vHfNE6
Sunday, May 22, 2022 (15.0-miles)
We will run the 15-mile out-and-back section between North Fork AS and Deadfall Meadow AS, then back to North Fork AS.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring (even during the current drought) at about 4.1- and 11.2-miles. This is a natural water source - bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Sunday's meet-up instructions:
1. Meet at the Lake Siskiyou Trail parking lot located immediately north of Lake Siskiyou dam at 8:00 AM.
2. From the Lake Siskiyou Dam we will caravan to the North Fork AS about a 35-minute drive on rough forest roads. All-wheel or four-wheel drive is recommended. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Sunday's driving directions: https://goo.gl/maps/uVUE53TsohyfrqmU9
RSVP is not necessary, but appreciated. Please email info@headwaterstrailruns.net to declare your training runs participation!
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (20.1-miles)
We will run the entire 31k course from start to finish. The 31k course is the same as the 56k course without the 15-mile out-and-back section between North Fork AS and Deadfall Meadow AS.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring (even during the current drought) at about 10.1-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 Lake Siskiyou Campground marina (official race start/finish area) at 8:00 AM.
Note: The campground charges a $2 entry fee.
Saturday's driving directions: https://goo.gl/maps/ScLU3diajJ8vHfNE6
Sunday, May 22, 2022 (15.0-miles)
We will run the 15-mile out-and-back section between North Fork AS and Deadfall Meadow AS, then back to North Fork AS.
This is a self-supported run - there will not be aid along the course. However, there is a reliable natural spring (even during the current drought) at about 4.1- and 11.2-miles. This is a natural water source - bring a water filter or drink at your own risk.
Sunday's meet-up instructions:
1. Meet at the Lake Siskiyou Trail parking lot located immediately north of Lake Siskiyou dam at 8:00 AM.
2. From the Lake Siskiyou Dam we will caravan to the North Fork AS about a 35-minute drive on rough forest roads. All-wheel or four-wheel drive is recommended. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Sunday's driving directions: https://goo.gl/maps/uVUE53TsohyfrqmU9
May 8, 2022
Online registration closes: June 16, 2022.
In-person registration will be available Friday, June 17th only at The Fifth Season (300 N Mt Shasta Blvd.) from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
***Race day registration is not available!***
In-person registration will be available Friday, June 17th only at The Fifth Season (300 N Mt Shasta Blvd.) from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
***Race day registration is not available!***
MAY 8, 2022
Local legend and 5x Headwaters Trail Runs finisher, Keith Potts, recently put up an effort on the Black Butte Challenge!
Keith came up a just shy of the 30-minute challenge goal, but reports that the Black Butte trail is clear and in good shape. Thank you, Keith!
THE CHALLENGE: Reach the summit of Black Butte from trailhead to the old lookout foundation in under 30 minutes (males)/38 minutes (females). The Black Butte trail is about 2.5 miles long, with about 1800' gain. You will need proof of your accomplishment: a GPS record of your run is preferred, but a photo of your stopwatch at the summit is also acceptable.
THE REWARD: A complimentary entry to Headwaters Trail Runs - your choice 56k, 31k, 10k. Email info@headwaterstrailruns.net to claim your reward after completing the challenge.
Directions to the Black Butte trailhead from I-5 Exit 738: https://goo.gl/maps/DY7ekZFrq9C2
Keith came up a just shy of the 30-minute challenge goal, but reports that the Black Butte trail is clear and in good shape. Thank you, Keith!
THE CHALLENGE: Reach the summit of Black Butte from trailhead to the old lookout foundation in under 30 minutes (males)/38 minutes (females). The Black Butte trail is about 2.5 miles long, with about 1800' gain. You will need proof of your accomplishment: a GPS record of your run is preferred, but a photo of your stopwatch at the summit is also acceptable.
THE REWARD: A complimentary entry to Headwaters Trail Runs - your choice 56k, 31k, 10k. Email info@headwaterstrailruns.net to claim your reward after completing the challenge.
Directions to the Black Butte trailhead from I-5 Exit 738: https://goo.gl/maps/DY7ekZFrq9C2
MARCH 18, 2022
Kathleen Dugan will be on site June 18th at the finish area of the Headwaters Trail Runs providing massage for our finishers.
Kathleen is the owner/operator of Mt Shasta Manual Therapy and is a certified orthopedic massage therapist with over 20 years of experience working with elite, recreational and student athletes. Kathleen recently moved to Mount Shasta from Eugene, OR. Her impressive massage therapy resume includes work with various athletes, teams and events including USA Track & Field Olympic Trials (2008, 0212, 2016), Prefontaine Classic, University of Oregon football team, and Oregon Track Club Elite.
Kathleen is the owner/operator of Mt Shasta Manual Therapy and is a certified orthopedic massage therapist with over 20 years of experience working with elite, recreational and student athletes. Kathleen recently moved to Mount Shasta from Eugene, OR. Her impressive massage therapy resume includes work with various athletes, teams and events including USA Track & Field Olympic Trials (2008, 0212, 2016), Prefontaine Classic, University of Oregon football team, and Oregon Track Club Elite.
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January 15, 2022
Online registration opens at ultrasignup.com!