Getting Dirty Is Just One of the Perks!

Join Trail Heads to conquer the trails in the foothills of Gold Country. Experience stunning scenery and discover new trails to visit for years to come. Trail Heads is coached by legendary trail and ultrarunner Mo Bartley and her team of seasoned local trail runners.

Trail Heads is the official training program of the Fleet Feet Sacramento Trail Series. The series kicks off with The Dirty Secret Trail Run in May, followed by the Blood, Sweat and Beers Trail Run in July and wraps up with Granite Head Trails & Ales in October. Each of the three races in the series offers a Short Course and Long Course distance to choose from. Participants who sign up for all three events in the series will receive an exclusive Trail Series beanie at the end of the series!

2024 Season

Dates subject to change.

Session 1: March 24 - May 11 | Goal Event: Dirty Secret Trail Run | Register here
Session 2: June 9 - July 28 | Goal Event: Blood Sweat & Beers | Register here
Session 3: August 25 - October 12 | Goal Event: Granite Head Trails & Ales | Register here
Annual Pass | Register for all three sessions at once and receive a 15% discount | Register here

Days and Times: Wednesdays 6:30 PM, Sundays 7:30 AM

Road Dog Podcast

Learn about Trail Heads and hear some of Coach Mo's stories from the heyday of Auburn trail running on the Road Dog Podcast, brought to you by veteran trail runner and race director Luis Escobar.

What You Get

Training program tech tee
$15 Fleet Feet coupon
Two group training runs per week
Marked routes for every group run
7-week daily training plan for each program
Experienced coaches
Product demos from vendor sponsors 
Weekly newsletter
Education on proper trail running technique, fueling, stretching, and more

Suggested Activity Level

Because of the "wild" nature of this program, there are a few prerequisites:

Currently running or walking 4 - 5 days/week and a minimum of 45 - 50 minutes per run
Practical application and understanding of fueling, hydration, and stretching 
Not afraid of dirt, enjoy beautiful scenery, and love a challenge!
Short and long distance workouts available for each session

 Registration Details 

No refunds after the first workout.
Training fee does not include race entry fee. 
Dogs and strollers are prohibited at Fleet Feet Training practices.

Questions?

If you have specific questions, please email sactraining@fleetfeet.com.