This is a 100 mile race taking place on Saturday, November 5, 2016. The race will start at Beal's Point in the beautiful Sierra Foothills of California, about 40 minutes east of Sacramento.

No refunds, transfers or rollovers.

Participants will receive the following items:

• Well stocked and themed aid stations
• Enthusiastic volunteers
• Technical Shirt
• Finisher's Jacket (for those finishing sub-30 hours)
• Finisher's medallion
• Goodie Swag Bag
• Night time and sunrise breakfast
• Post race festival

Volunteer Requirement

Each Rio Del Lago 100 runner is required to volunteer a minimum of 6 hours of service towards trail maintenance, a trail or road race event between January 1, 2016 and October 1, 2016 as a condition for participation at the 2016 event. Download our volunteer service form here.

Race Check In

All runners must check in on Thursday or Friday, November 3 or 4, 2016 at:

Fleet Feet - Folsom

6610 Folsom-Auburn Rd, Folsom, CA 95630

Phone : 916-358-9484

Entry into the Beal's Point Park on Saturday/Sunday morning is included in your registration. This parking pass is only good for Beal's Point Park. You must purchase parking passes for all other park accesses.

You must print out this parking pass and place on your dashboard Saturday/Sunday.

You can find your bib numbers by clicking here.

For more information about Folsom State Recreation Area, click here.

• All participants must pick up their number on Thursday, November 3rd from 3PM to 7PM or Friday, November 4th from 1PM to 7PM at Fleet Feet - Folsom.
• There will be a course briefing at 4:30 A.M. on Saturday morning before the race starts.
• Drop bags will be collected on Saturday starting 4:00 A.M. until 4:45 A.M.

Drop Bags & Pacers

Drop Bags

• All drop bags are collected on race morning at the start.
• Please look for the proper sign with your desired location.
• Please label your drop bag with your name and bib number.
• Drop bags should not be larger than 12" x 18"
• Pacers may have a drop bag at Beal's Point and can bring upon arrival. If a pacer needs a drop bag on course, it must be left at the start on race morning.
• Please do NOT leave any valuables including keys, iPods, cell phones, etc in your drop bag.
• NorCalUltras is NOT responsible for the loss of any drop bags.

Pacers

• Pacers can ONLY join a runner at the Overlook on the outbound (mile 44.52), the Overlook on the inbound/return (mile 74.72) and also at Rattlesnake Bar (mile 83.78).
• You may have more than one pacer to help you get to the finish line, but runners may be accompanied by no more than one pacer at a time.
• Pacers do not need to check in prior to running, but, need to clearly identify themselves at every aid station.
• Pacers should be well conditioned to travel the distance with their runner.
• Pacers are responsible for their own transportation to and from their starting location. Race management will not organize or facilitate any shuttle.
• Pacers may eat and drink from the aid station tables. Pacers must enter and exit with their runner. No "muling" is allowed. "Muling" is when a pacer carries any supplies (drinks, food, clothing, etc) for the runner outside of the aid station area.
• No trekking poles, no dogs, no bikes, no horses.

Drop Bag Locations

• Beale's Point (Start, Mile 19.2 and Finish)
• Rattlesnake Bar (Miles 35.46 and 83.78)
• Overlook (Miles 44.52 and 74.72)
• Auburn Lake Trails (Mile 58.82)

Drop Bag Return

All drop bags must be retrieved at the finish line on event weekend. If you must leave early, please have a friend or family member pick up your drop bag. Any unclaimed drop bags on race evening will be donated to charity on Monday following the race. We will NOT mail drop bags after the event. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding with our updated policy. Race management works very hard to expedite drop bag retrieval in a timely manner. However, we ask for your patience. All drop bags on course will not be returned to Beal's Point (finish line) until the aid station is officially closed. If you need your bag sooner, please make arrangements to retrieve. Thanks for your understanding and assistance with these guidelines.

Crew Driving Instructions

Excellent areas from which to view runners are Beal’s Point, Granite Bay Horse Assembly, Rattlesnake Bar, and the Auburn Dam Overlook.

Park fees: Rio Del Lago travels through the California State Parks – Gold Fields District and the Auburn State Recreation Area.

All crewing and viewing areas are located in the California State Parks District and require a ($12) fee per vehicle unless you have a Golden Poppy Pass. If you frequently patron the Rio Del Lago trails (also home to AR50, Way Too Cool), please consider supporting the CA State Parks and purchase a Golden Poppy Pass.

Crews are responsible for paying the day use fees ($12) for entrance in to the State Parks. If there is not a ranger present at the kiosk in to the parks, you are still responsible for self-payment through their drop box as you enter the parks. Crews need only to pay one time at a State Parks kiosk, but must show their receipt upon entry to each park at the entrance.

• Please observe all posted signage and placards by the CA State Parks and Auburn Recreation Park District.
• NorCalUltras will not be responsible for any violations or tickets.
• No Crewing at “No Crew locations”.

** Crewing at one of these locations can result in runner disqualification.

Tips for Crewing
Ultra runners really like a little extra TLC that can only come from friends and family. That's where Crew Teams come in to play. If you have agreed to be part of a Crew you are in for a great time! Here are some tips and pointers to make your crew experience as enjoyable as a gig like this could possibly be...

Crew Driving Directions
Click here to view driving directions for all accessible areas.

Lodging Information

Welcome to the City of Folsom and the new start line of the 16th Annual Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run! We invite you to explore all of the outdoor recreation, attractions, fine dining and shopping that Folsom has to offer. Visit http://www.visitfolsom.com.

All of our Rio del Lago 100 guests staying at our Folsom Hotels will receive:

• Welcome Package
• Access to the Rio Del Lago/Folsom Tourism Bureau VIP Hospitality Tent at the start line

When booking...

• Be sure to ask for the Rio Del Lago rate to get the special room prices.
• Be sure to ask about deposits and refund policies as they may vary from hotel to hotel.

Hotels:

Medical Information

• Our medical team is comprised of EMT’s, Paramedics, RN’s, MD’s. They all are trail runners who have the knowledge, expertise and understanding of running an endurance event. The medical team will offer share some helpful hints as well as things to be aware of.
• There are 3 medical stations on course staffed by our medical team: at the Start/Finish, the Overlook and at Rattlesnake Bar (on the return), but a medical check is NOT required.
• It is important that you take care of your body with fluids and fuel for the entire 100 miles.
• Know your limits and know your body!

* Medical personnel have the authority to pull a runner from the race at any time.

Post Race Festival

You came to Rio Del Lago to run 100 miles, but you'll want to stay long after the race for the post celebration eats.

Catering to the hungry Rio 100 mile finishers:

• Joe's Cafe and Bob's Bistro
• 8 P.M. – 12 noon
• Happy Hundred Hot Cakes
• Bob's Famous Hash Browns
• Crack of Dawn Scrambled Eggs
• Succulent Carnivorous Sausage
• Sizzling Bacon – Just the way Porky Pig would want it!
• Fresh and Juicy Fruit
• Wide eyed Cup o' Joe
• Steaming Hot Chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles
• Homemade veggie soup from Chef Tim Ruffino will warm you down to your toes and fill you up after your 100 mile journey.
• Breakfast Menu

Race Beneficiaries

• California Conservation of Trails (CCOT) - The CCOT is a non-profit group that helps to maintain and protect our local trails. The CCOT provides race day support and coordination of our mounted sweeps. This group is very active in our community and always enjoy helping while having fun too!
• RunningSchool
• Wings for Life

Coaching

Rio 100 Mile Endurance Run Coaching/Training
Contact Tom Flahavan

Click here to register for the race on Ultra Signup.

Julie Fingar
Race Director

Race Information
staff@norcalultras.com

Aid Stations and Course
James@norcalultras.com

Volunteers

Volunteers are the life blood of any event. We need your support! Please consider giving back to the sport through your volunteer contribution. Volunteer hours can be credited for ultra marathon service requirements. For spouses or friends of participants, this is a great way to enjoy and experience the event. Each volunteer will receive a technical hat, race bandana and post race food from Joe's Café and Bob's Bistro.

Click here to inquire about volunteering.