Aug 29 - 30, 2026

2026 NorCal Spartan Event Weekend

Mahon Ranch, 10171 Grant Line Rd, Elk Grove, CA, US

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Mahon Ranch

Race in an authentic, working cattle ranch nestled in the Cosumnes River Valley

Flora & Fauna

Race through oak woodlands, blackberry bushes, and spot bald eagles, hawks, and other aquatic animals

BAG CHECK, PARKING, & PROCESSING

Prices NOW include ALL fees.

CHALLENGE A FRIEND

Aug 30

Sprint 5K
20 OBSTACLES

$105

code: HARDWORK

starting price

GREAT FOR TEAMS

Aug 29

Super 10K
25 OBSTACLES

$133

code: HARDWORK

starting price

FAMILY FUN

Aug 29 - 30

KIDS RACE 1-3km
+OBSTACLES

starting price

about the event

Sacramento Spartans, your next test is just outside the city. We’re heading back to Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove—only minutes from downtown but a world away once you hit the course. This scenic, wide-open venue delivers rolling trails, cold river crossings, and signature Spartan obstacles set against Northern California farmland.

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned elite, expect a weekend packed with grit, camaraderie, and unforgettable views. The challenge is real. The reward is earned. Get ready.

Race Distances

Sprint

Super

Kids Race

The Sprint

Distance

5 km

Obstacles

Avg duration

1 h32 m12 s

Navigate classic Spartan obstacles and off-road terrain in our best-selling race. The 5K is the perfect challenge for new Spartans.

CARRY

ATLAS CARRY

A strength challenge that dates back +1000 years to the highland games of Scotland. Summon Celtic strength to lift a 100 lb/45 kg stone up, carry it around a flagpole, and haul it back to the start. Female competitors must carry an equally difficult 75 lb/35 kg stone.

CARRY

ATLAS CARRY

CLIMB

A-FRAME CARGO

A towering obstacle that takes after its name. This giant 'A' shaped structure will test both your dynamic footwork and fear of heights. Climb over the top and down as quickly as possible using only the webbing. This is hard to do fast, especially in wet conditions.

CLIMB

A-FRAME CARGO

CARRY

Barbed Wire Crawl

Wire obstacles were used during the Civil War to slow the enemy, and since then armed forces around the world have made this a staple of basic obstacle courses.

CARRY

Barbed Wire Crawl

LEAP

FIRE JUMP

The iconic finish line obstacle. Some go for hang-time, others tap an ankle, tuck jump, or join hands with friends. Just don’t land in the fire.

LEAP

FIRE JUMP

CLIMB

INVERTED WALL

Whoever named this had no idea what inverted actually means, but the name stuck. With some practice, it's possible to run at it, flip over the top, slap the face of it with one arm, and catapult down the other side. You will surely be more popular if you can do this.

CLIMB

INVERTED WALL

CARRY

BUCKET CARRY

Often involves a steep wooden ladder on two sides of a flat crossing, sometimes made from stacked cargo containers. It's high, and after running your legs off, you'll want to take this carefully.

CARRY

BUCKET CARRY

STRENGTH

HERCULES HOIST

"Herc" is essentially a heavy sandbag attached to a rope and pulley system. Each competitor must pull on enough rope to raise the weight to the top then gently lower it back down without it free-falling.

STRENGTH

HERCULES HOIST

SWING

MULTI-RIG

The Multi-Rig comes in many configurations, starting with Sprint and going right up to Ultra. Sometimes you’ll encounter rings, other times rings and pipes, and sometimes ropes, baseballs, and other tricky things to grab onto.

SWING

MULTI-RIG

CLIMBING

ROPE CLIMB

Gym class was nothing. At the top of the 16 ft / 4.8m rope is a bell that must be rung with your hand. All Spartan race levels feature rope climb, and it becomes progressively more difficult in cold, wet, or muddy conditions.

CLIMBING

ROPE CLIMB

CARRY

SANDBAG CARRY

Spartan sandbags come in various shapes and weigh 60 lb (27 kg) for men / 40 lb (18 kg) for women. This isn't like carrying a bag of groceries.You'll usually find the Sandbag Carry on uneven ground, in mud, or if you’re particularly (un)lucky, up the side of a ski slope.

CARRY

SANDBAG CARRY

CLIMB

SLIP WALL

Rolling Mud is a series of deep water-filled mud pits that make your life difficult by filling your shoes and socks with wet and sticky mud. It’s called “rolling” because you’ll need to wade through several of these pits of brown mud and water.

CLIMB

SLIP WALL

THROW

SPEAR THROW

The obstacle that has defined Spartan World Championships. Your challenge is to choose a spear, fire at a target 25 ft / 7.6 m away, and hope it sticks in the target without falling out. Once you try Spear Throw once you'll want to come back and try again, and it's a lot of fun.

THROW

SPEAR THROW

CLIMB

WALLS

Starting at 4 feet and reaching up to 8 feet high, walls require a combination of strength, agility, coordination, and technique to scale. As always, Spartans are encouraged to attack the course together but conquer all obstacles alone, and walls are no exception.

CLIMB

WALLS

+ MANY MORE

Each event not only features our signature obstacles but also includes new challenges specifically designed to complement the unique race environment of that location.

+ MANY MORE

What You Earn

SPRINT MEDAL

Sprint participants proudly take home a well-deserved 2025 Spartan Sprint finisher medal, a tangible symbol of grit and determination.

SPRINT MEDAL

FINISHER TEE

Rep your race triumph wherever you go with the exclusive 2025 Sprint finisher tee.

FINISHER TEE

TRIFECTA MEDAL WEDGE

Along with your Sprint medal, you’ll also receive a Sprint Trifecta wedge. Complete a Super & Beast in the same year to conquer Spartan's ultimate challenge.

TRIFECTA MEDAL WEDGE

BRAGGING RIGHTS

Completing a Spartan Race is no easy feat. Join a community of resilient humans with unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries both on and off the course.

BRAGGING RIGHTS

FESTIVAL ENTRANCE

Feel the pulsating energy as racers cross the finish line, and celebrate their achievements amidst a backdrop of music, beer gardens and jubilation that is a Spartan Race atmosphere.

FESTIVAL ENTRANCE

Race Day Info