Welcome to the 10th Annual Gold Country Run (10K, 5K and Kids K) presented by Marshall! Starting and finishing in the pristine El Dorado Hills Town Center (Town Center), The Gold Country Run will feature a 10K, 5K, and Kids K all presented by Marshall. This event will showcase what makes El Dorado Hills “one of America’s best places to live” according to CNN: beautiful views of the Sacramento Valley and Sierra Nevadas, interesting landscapes, vibrant shopping and dining, and an active and healthy community nestled in the heart of historic Gold Country. The race will be a premier running event managed by Sierra Endurance Events and it features a 10K and 5K course that features an initial loop in Town Center followed by and out and back (with a screaming fast finish!) making it a great event for participants and spectators alike! The event will be followed by a Finisher Fitness Festival presented by Marshall and our other important sponsors. The Kids K is a child friendly loop around the
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Gold Country Run 10K, 5K and Kids K Presented by Marshall 2026 — El Dorado Hills, CA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to El Dorado Hills, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
