The Mighty Dog 10K & 5K Trail Runs

The Mighty Dog 10K & 5K Trail Runs

The Mighty Dog Trail Runs are in their 11th year in 2026. The event offers two distances: 5K & 10K - both for walkers, runners, and their dogs! We are excited to offer this event for athletes and their dogs and hope everyone has a fun time. Back in 2026: The Mighty Mile run for your Senior Dog.

Event details and schedule

The Mighty Dog 5K & 10K races will start from Granite Beach parking area at Folsom Lake SRA. The 5K course will have one aid station at the half way point with water for both walkers and their dogs. Back this year is the Mighty Mile. A one-mile dog freindly course for walkers and runners to bring their dear old friend along. All Mighty Dog athletes will recieve a Mighty Dog Finisher Medal, and their dog a Mighty Dog Finisher Bandana at the finish line. Additional dogs can be signed up to accompany the walker and dog #1 for a fee of $10 per dog. Each additional dog will receive a Finisher Bandana. Athletes and their dogs MUST run safely and without entangling other dogs. The course will have one aid station at the half way point for both walkers and their dogs. Commemorative Mighty Dog race shirts are available for $20. Awards will be presented as follows: First, second, and third place in each of three divisions for the Mighty Dog 5K & 10K Run: Small Dog (up to 25 lbs), Medium Dog (26 to 60 lbs) and Large Dog (61 lbs+) will each receive an award. There will also be awards for top Runners with no dogs in the 5K and 10K. No Awards for the Mighty Dog Mile.

Event Schedule:

• The Mighty Dog 10K Run - 8:00 a.m.
• The Mighty Dog 5K - 8:10 a.m.
• The Mighty Mile - 8:15 a.m.