California · 50K (Original P2P Course)
Yuba Gold
Yuba Gold is a 50K (Original P2P Course) event held in Nevada City, California. It was last held on October 1, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Nevada City, CA
Race details
- Last held
- October 1, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Nevada City, California
- Distances
- 50K (Original P2P Course)
- Course
- Approx. 6,000 ft of gain on the original point-to-point 50K course from South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley (per organizer Skybreaker Racing).
- Registration
- ultrasignup.com
- Official website
- skybreakerracing.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 28, 2026: open
- Course profile
- Point-to-point course; Trail surface; Not USATF certified
About the Yuba Gold
Yuba Gold is a point-to-point 50K trail ultra through the South Yuba River canyon near Nevada City, CA, following the original course from South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley. In 2026 it runs as a self-guided "hybrid" event across an October window rather than a single mass-start date.
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Yuba Gold: common questions
- When is the Yuba Gold?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Yuba Gold held?
- In Nevada City, California.
- What distances does the Yuba Gold offer?
- 50K (Original P2P Course).
- How do I register for the Yuba Gold?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at ultrasignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Yuba Gold?
- Registration status as last checked September 28, 2026: open.
- What is the course like at the Yuba Gold?
- Point-to-point course; Trail surface; Not USATF certified.
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