Reservoir Dogs
WHEN: | June 6, 2020 | ![]() |
WHERE: | San Pablo Reservoir, EBMUD 500 Old San Pablo Dam Road Orinda, CA 94563 USA |
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COST: | 5K: $45 / 10K: $55 / Half: $70 / 35K: $80 | |
CONTACT: | Inside Trail Racing events@insidetrail.com (415) 320-6220 |
The 2020 Reservoir Dogs Trail Run has been cancelled. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and due to State, County, and local mandates we will not be able to host this year’s event. Each entrant has been emailed directly with more information regarding our cancellation policy and available race credits.
Online registration is closed. | |
Add $10 if registering on or after May 9, 2020. Add $15 at check-in, if not sold out. Pre-registration through 5:00 PM on June 4, or until sold out. |

The Reservoir Dogs Trail Race is the first trail-running event allowed to completely circumnavigate the Briones Reservoir on the serene–and usually “permit-only”–East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) trails.Most trail runs are inherently beautiful, but this course offers more rolling open fire roads and boasts a nice progression of quintessentially East Bay environments, along with tree covered single-track and sweeping views of the watershed lands. Briones Reservoir is also one of the few EBMUD properties that has a substantial length of single-track trail. The 10K, Half Marathon and 35K courses are faster than other Inside Trail races because they have less elevation but they are consistent in a design intended to push each runner.
The Start and Finish for all races will be in the San Pablo Reservoir Recreation Area, which has a plethora of outdoor activities for all ages, including: hiking, fishing, kayaking/canoeing and picnicking.
Park information: San Pablo Reservoir
Location: San Pablo and Briones Reservoirs, EBMUD
Date: June 6, 2020
Events: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & 35K
Check-In & Bib Pickup: 7:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Start Times:
● 35K & Half Marathon – 8:00 AM
● 10K – 8:30 AM
● 5K – 8:45 AM
Time Limit: There is an 6.5 hour time limit for the 35K race.
Parking: Plenty of free parking is available within the San Pablo Reservoir Boat Launch, adjacent to the Start/Finish area. Carpooling is always strongly encouraged.
Race Capacity: The Reservoir Dogs Trail Race will have a capacity of 325 runners, across all distances.
ITR Refund Policy:
Entry fees to our trail runs are non-refundable, and we do not offer transfers or deferrals to future races. However, with advanced notice, we are happy to credit part of your entry fee to a future Inside Trail Racing event. A credit worth 50% of your original race fee will be issued if the cancellation is received at least 3 weeks prior to the race. There will be no credits or refunds provided if a cancellation is made within 3 weeks of the race. Only registered runners can participate, and you cannot exchange your entry with another runner. Credits will be available for 1 full year from its issue date.
Only registered runners can participate, and you may not exchange your entry with another individual.
We do not cancel races due to rain or heat. Due to trail work, closures, “Acts of God”, or for myriad other reasons, permitting agencies may require changes to the publicized courses at any time prior to an event. This is out of our control, and we therefore will not offer refunds or credits in such a situation. If a race location is changed due to park closures, we will automatically transfer the registration over to the new venue, or entrants may choose to cancel their entry (non-refundable) and we will mail awards.
Hosting a trail running event is an expensive and risky endeavor. All race costs are paid for well in advance of race day, so there is no financial gain to be made if a person does not show up on race day. We want all of our registered runners to show up, run, and have fun. While we understand that injuries, conflicts, emergencies, deaths, and other unfortunate events happen and may impact your plans for participation, we must adhere to our cancellation policies.
35K (20.8 Miles with 2,850′ Elevation Gain)
Half Marathon (14.0 Miles with 2,050′ Elevation Gain)
10K (6.2 Miles with 575′ Elevation Gain)
5K (3.2 Miles with 330′ Elevation Gain)
Detailed Course Map | Turn by Turn Directions | Aid Station Distances and Cutoffs | Elevation Profiles
Aid Stations
Inside Trail Racing aid stations are replete with an optimal variety of glycogen-replenishing, electrolyte-replacing products. The following is a list of some of the foods and beverages each aid station may provide: Gu Energy gels and chews, all-natural nutrition bars from Larabar, trail mix, pretzels, potato chips, Oreo cookies, Pop Tarts, boiled potatoes with salt, Coke, Mountain Dew, Ginger Ale, water, Tailwind Endurance Fuel, PB&J sandwiches, M&M’s, Mike & Ike’s, salt tablets, and tangerines. Aid stations are also equipped with general first aid items but no anti-inflammatory medicine. As distances between aid station vary, we strongly encourage all runners to carry at least one 20oz bottle during their run.
Tailwind is mixed so that it contains 180 – 200 calories per 20 fluid ounces.
Without the support of enthusiastic and caring volunteers producing our races would not be possible. Volunteers of all ages and abilities help with setup, check-in, aid stations, course marshaling, timing, and post-race food.
Volunteering is a fun, novel way to experience races, play in the outdoors, and spend time with friendly people. All volunteers receive a free race T-shirt, free food, and the ability to earn credit toward a future Inside Trail Racing event, commensurate to the amount of time worked. Five hours of assisting an event results in a free race credit or Inside Trail merchandise.
To volunteer for this year’s event, please submit our online volunteer form.
Overall winners of each race distance will receive a medal, a custom glass Stein and an item from the Inside Trail Racing schwag bag.
All other finishers will receive a custom medal with the race logo.
The Dead Last Finisher (DLF) in each even will receive a custom award.
Age-group medals (3 deep) will be awarded in the following categories, for both males and females:
● 13 and under
● 14 – 19
● 20 – 29
● 30 – 39
● 40 – 49
● 50 – 59
● 60 – 69
● 70 and over
All registered runners will receive a District Perfect-Tri tri-blend fabric shirt. This tee is made with top-of-the-line sportswear technology to heighten performance during your toughest workouts. With sun defense, moisture-wicking technology, quick stain release, and comfortable fit, this tri-blend performance crew serves the needs of every athlete. It’s the perfect year-round choice for outdoor sports and exercise. Get the most out of your workout with this tough, hardworking tee.
Features:
● 4.5-ounce, 50/25/25 poly/combed ring spun cotton/rayon, 32 singles
● 1X1 rib knit neck
● Shoulder to shoulder taping
● UPF 30
To be guaranteed your shirt size, you must register by two weeks before the event.
Distance | Name | Age | Year | Time |
5K – Male | Ken Masica | 53 | 2017 | 23:59 |
5K – Female | Chizoba Okodogbe | 24 | 2017 | 26:28 |
10K – Male | Brody Barkan | 19 | 2017 | 40:41 |
10K – Female | Maggie McManis | 16 | 2013 | 47:05 |
Half Marathon – Male | Tommy Vargas | 33 | 2017 | 1:29:14 |
Half Marathon – Female | Jennie Yeaman | 23 | 2016 | 1:49:21 |
35K – Male | Brett Hornig | 23 | 2015 | 2:15:06 |
35K – Female | Anne Cottrell | 42 | 2013 | 2:45:31 |
Reservoir Dogs | July 1, 2017
5K Overall 10K Overall Half Marathon Overall 35K Overall |
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Reservoir Dogs | May 14, 2016
5K Overall 10K Overall Half Marathon Overall 35K Overall |
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Reservoir Dogs Trail Run | May 16, 2015
5K Overall 10K Overall Half Marathon Overall 35K Overall |
Reservoir Dogs Trail Race | July 5, 2014
10K Overall Half Marathon Overall 35K Overall |
Reservoir Dogs Trail Race | July 13, 2013
10K Overall Half Marathon Overall 35K Overall | 10K Age Group Half Marathon Age Group 35K Age Group |