A magical journey around Lake Tahoe
Overview
The Tahoe 200 is a 200.2-mile out-and-back race around the largest alpine lake in North America, held June 12–16, 2026. Organized by Destination Trail, this endurance run traverses the breathtaking Tahoe Rim Trail with detours through wildflower meadows, towering forests, and dramatic ridgelines with sweeping lake views. It’s a fully supported, reflective-marked course with sleep stations, hot food, and everything needed to fuel runners on a 105-hour journey through one of the West’s most iconic landscapes.
Lottery registration is open June 14–28, 2025.
Course
200.2 miles
Mostly Tahoe Rim Trail with detours to showcase unique landscapes
Out-and-back course from Heavenly Stagecoach Lodge
Fully marked with reflective ribbons and signs
Logistics
Swag & Medals
Full support including sleep stations, hot food, and medical aid; 3 sleep stations, 5 full aid stations, and 11 full-service stations with hot food and medical support
Custom swag and finisher buckle
Professionally marked course
Live tracking and race updates
Chance to qualify for Hardrock 100 and Western States
Getting There
Heavenly Stagecoach Lodge, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Parking available on-site at the lodge
Crew access and designated aid stations noted in runner manual
Policies
Race Policies
Lottery-based entry
105-hour cutoff time
Course may return to original loop format pending Forest Service approval in fall
Land Acknowledgement
The Tahoe 200 course traverses the ancestral lands of the Washoe people, who have lived in the Lake Tahoe region for thousands of years. We acknowledge their enduring relationship with this land and encourage participants to honor and respect the natural and cultural heritage of the region.
About Destination Trail
Destination Trail is a world-renowned trail race organizer specializing in multi-day, adventure-driven ultramarathons across the most scenic, remote, and wild landscapes in the United States. Founded in 2013 by professional ultrarunner Candice Burt, the company has earned international acclaim for its signature Triple Crown of 200s — the Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 240 — as well as its expansion into even more ambitious terrain, like the upcoming 300-mile AZ Monster.
Every Destination Trail event is built on years of hands-on expertise, trail-tested logistics, and a deep passion for creating transformational endurance experiences. The organization is staffed entirely by experienced ultrarunners, including Race Director and President Garrett Froelich, Medical Director Brian Wilford, and a dedicated team who have all either run or volunteered at 200+ mile events. Their intimate knowledge of long-distance racing shapes every detail of the runner experience; from aid station nutrition to gear requirements and emergency response protocols.
More than just a race company, Destination Trail is a movement built around exploration, resilience, and human connection. Their events are as much about self-discovery and nature immersion as they are about miles and medals. For runners looking to go beyond the limits of traditional ultrarunning, Destination Trail delivers the ultimate frontier.
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Disclaimer
We make every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information on Kåduka, but details may change. Please always confirm the latest information on the official race website. See something that needs correcting? Send us a note at [email protected]