One mile route down historic Chester Main Street!
The Almanor Recreation and Park District’s 45th annual Chester 4th of July Fun Run will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The one mile run/walk will start on the Collins Pine lawn located at 500 Main Street and proceed down Chester’s historic Main Street to the finish at the Bidwell House located at 1 Main Street.
Participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt (first 400 registrants) and enjoy refreshments at the finish line. After the event, there will be a 4th of July Craft Fair at Chester Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a 4th of July Parade starting at 11 a.m. on Main Street. The Craft Fair is sponsored by the Chester Elks and the Parade is sponsored by the Lake Almanor Area Chamber of Commerce.
The one mile route down Main Street is open to participants of all ages and abilities, and adds to the excitement of the 4th of July celebration in town. The Fun Run is ARPD's largest fundraising event and all proceeds benefit District programs and events, as well as capital improvement projects, with an emphasis on recreation, parks and trails.
This year’s platinum event sponsors include Chase International Lake Almanor Brokers, Chester Car Wash, Collins Companies, Howard Construction, Knotty Pine Resort, Plumas Bank, Slusher Plumbing and Seneca Healthcare District.
Gold sponsors are Ayoob’s Intermountain Hardware, Buffalo Chips Pizza, Holiday Market and Lake Almanor Ace Hardware.
Silver sponsor is Kehr-O’Brien Coldwell Banker Real Estate.
Bronze sponsors are Berkshire Hathaway Lake Almanor Real Estate, Cal-Sierra Title, Gather Home, Timber House and the Bidwell House B&B. Thanks to all our sponsors for their contributions!
Please join us this year for a great time and be sure to wear your favorite costume or sport your 4th of July colors and bling. Spectators are also welcome. Thanks for your support!
12th Annual Courage Triathlon
Race to End Trafficking. Run With Purpose. Move With Courage.
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | Lake Almanor Country Club | 10:00 AM Start
For twelve years, the Courage Triathlon has united athletes, families, and advocates around a cause that demands our attention: the fight against child sex trafficking. What began as a local race has grown into a movement — and this year, we're taking it further than ever.
The 12th Annual Courage Triathlon returns to the stunning shores of Lake Almanor, and this year, we're opening registration to virtual participants nationwide. Whether you're standing at the start line or lacing up your sneakers a thousand miles away, you're part of this fight.
The Course
Run - 2.8 Miles - Scenic road run
Bike - 6.4 Miles - Road cycling course
Row - 3.1 Miles - Kayak or paddleboard
From the adrenaline of a our scenic run and ride through the pines to the rhythm of your paddle cutting across the glassy surface of Lake Almanor, every leg of this course is designed to challenge your body and renew your purpose.
You're not just racing — you're running toward a world where every child is safe.
How to Participate
Solo: Take on all three legs yourself — run, bike, and row the full course at Lake Almanor.
Team Relay: Split the triathlon among two or three teammates. Each member completes one or more legs of the race. Grab your friends, your family, or your coworkers and race together.
Virtual: Can't make it to Lake Almanor? Now you don't have to. Register as a virtual participant and log your own activities, distances, and times — on your schedule, from wherever you are.
We want you to join us in person, however we know that distance should not discourage your heart for supporting Courage. The beauty of virtual participation is that it meets you where you are. Want to run five miles through your neighborhood to show your support? Log it. Planning to paddleboard for two hours around your local marina? We'd love to hear about it. Prefer a walk around the block with your kids and the dog? That counts, too. Every step, every stroke, every mile matters.
Post your photos on Instagram, tag @CourageWorldwide, and let's show the world what a nationwide community of courage looks like. This year, we want to see evidence of support for child survivors from coast to coast.
Why We Race
Every registration, every mile logged, and every dollar raised goes directly toward the mission of Courage Worldwide — an organization dedicated to providing residential housing and comprehensive therapeutic services for child survivors of sex trafficking. These are children who have endured unimaginable trauma, and Courage Worldwide exists to offer them safety, healing, and a future worth fighting for.
When you cross the finish line — whether that's at Lake Almanor or at the end of your driveway — you're telling a survivor that they are seen, they are valued, and they are not alone.
Event at a Glance
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Location: Lake Almanor Country Club
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Format: Solo, Team Relay, or Virtual
Run: 2.8 Miles
Bike: 6.4 Miles
Row: 3.1 Miles (Kayak or Paddleboard)
Big or small. Near or far. Every act of courage counts.
Register today and join the movement.
Learn more about Courage Worldwide
ONLINE registration for race closes on Thursday, September 9th at 5pm PST. You may still register on-site at packet pickup.
Registration for camping passes will remain open through Saturday at 10PM. Passes will automatically be sent to your email.
So, you want everything? How about the best of everything? Lassen Adventure Gravel Ride has it ALL! We have all kinds of surfaces from primo smooth gravel to technical 2-track roads and everything in between. There are challenging climbs, fast flats and smile inducing downhills. This is not a race, but an adventure ride, so enjoy the spectacular scenery as you cruise through pine forests and beautiful mountain meadows. The long course will take you near the shores of two serene, high altitude lakes. We have 4 different courses to fit into all levels of riding and several well-stocked rest stops. You might be thinking "Oh sure, another one of those 60% pavement, 40% gravel rides". Not our ride! The Lassen Adventure Gravel Ride is 97% GRAVEL. The Short Squatch and Mini Squatch are 100% gravel! This is one you don't want to miss!
Maps:
For maps of each course, please visit our website at Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride
Registration:
Register online for your choice of 4 distances by 9/10/26. Prices increase on 5/1/26 and 8/1/26. Refund policy is listed on the participant waiver. Registration is available at packet pickup on Friday, 9/11/26 at the Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road, Susanville from 2 PM until 6 PM. Limited registration will be available at the Train Depot on Ride Day, Saturday September 12.
Registration Packet Pickup:
Pick up your ride packet and swag on Friday, 9/11/26 at the Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road, Susanville from 2 PM until 6 PM or on Saturday morning before your ride from 6 AM until 9 AM.
Registration swag includes a giveaway (example: hat or t-shirt or similar), logo sticker, Hammer nutrition products, etc
Camping:
All camping will be held at Lassen County Fairgrounds. Prices are $10 per night for tent or dry camping. RV Camping with water and power hookups are $30 for one night or $40 for two nights.
Prizes:
For those who love to compete, the Full Squatch course will include 3 marked Strava segments. For those who wish to compete in the King/Queen of the Squatch competition, you will be asked to upload, display, and submit your times for each segment. Cumulative times will be compiled and the winner will be awarded a special prize. Segments will not be announced ahead of time but will be clearly marked on the route. E-bikes, although are approved for all ride distances, are not eligible for the Strava competition.
All finishers in all ride categories will receive a unique finisher medal. Stay tuned as we update our event and make more exciting announcements throughout the coming months!
Post-Ride Party:
After the event, plan to enjoy a cold brew, a great meal, and great company at our finish line party!
Other Important Stuff:
Wearing an approved bike helmet is MANDATORY. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Refund Policy:
Requests for refunded entry fees will be pro-rated as follows: at least 45 days prior to event 100%, 30-44 days prior to event - 50%, 15-29 days prior to event - 25%, 0-14 days is nonrefundable.
For more information, check out Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride on Facebook and our website, www.lassengraveladventureride.com!
Rider's Guide
Set PRs and qualify for the Boston Marathon on this fast, downhill course! Total net downhill loss for the marathon is 929 feet making it the PERFECT course to qualify on! Per official B.A.A. confirmation, there will be no time penalties assessed for this course.
All races in 2026 will be Sunday, October 11. The marathon and 50K start at 8:00 AM at Mason Station Trailhead on McCoy Road with an out-and-back before jumping onto the Bizz Johnson Trail at Mason Station where the races travel through scenic Lassen National Forest. The first few miles of the course climb approximately 280 feet through the forest to Westwood Junction, then it’s downhill to the finish at Susanville, with a 1300-foot descent over the final 20 miles. The trail follows the route of the old Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific Railroad, built in 1914.
Roughly two-thirds of the way through the race, the trail enters the Susan River Canyon. Here, you’ll pass orange cliffs and cross the river ten times on picturesque wooden railroad bridges. About four miles from the finish, you’ll pass through two former railroad tunnels, 800 feet and 450 feet in length.
The Express Half Marathon starts at at 9:00 AM at Goumaz Campground which is Mile 14 of the full marathon route. After a short up-and-back, the Express Half Marathon flies down the Bizz Johnson to the finish.
Starting at Devil's Corral, the new Express 10K on Sunday does the last 6.2 miles of the full marathon. This course promises to be a fast, fun race.
For all four events, you will be bused to a remote start.
PACKET PICKUP
Saturday Noon - 6 PM (50K, Marathon, Express Half Marathon, Express 10K): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
Sunday Morning 6 AM - 7AM (Marathon and 50K), 7AM - 8 AM (Express Half Marathon and Express 10K): Susanville Historic Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road
PLEASE visit our website for maps, schedules, and all the important details!!
USAT&F certified full marathon course (CA18035RS)