Stevens Creek Striders
Welcome to the Stevens Creek Striders!
Founded in 1981, the Stevens Creek Striders are an all-ages social trail running group in Cupertino, CA. Every Saturday morning at 8:30, you will find us at the Stevens Creek Reservoir parking lot, eager to spend the morning sharing the trails and each other’s company, often followed by brunch nearby.
Beyond our Saturday gatherings, we organize runs in other parks throughout the year, manage aid stations at several prominent races, and host our own race in September.
Runners (and hikers) of all backgrounds and abilities are welcome, whether you are new to trails or eyeing your next 100-miler. Please do not worry if you think you’re slow – we will naturally spread out during the run but also regroup regularly. No one is left behind, and no one will mind having more time to chat; we are here because we want to spend this time together.
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The Stevens Creek Striders Running Club is based in Cupertino, California. It has about 100 members residing in and around Silicon Valley. The club is a casual, fun-loving group with a very diverse membership. Runners of all ages and abilities get together to train and run.
Every Saturday (rain or shine), we meet at 8:30 at the Stevens Creek Reservoir. We also host adventure runs and other fun events, both on and off the trails.
Volunteer opportunities include trail maintenance, race support, and other service activities.
Latest News, Events, and Updates
Saturday's long run group at Hunter's Point after a nice Seven Springs Loop. No springs encountered during this run, but we'll keep looking.
Congratulations to Steve, Mandie, and Timmy for lining up at the Hood Hundred ultramarathon by Daybreak Racing! It looks like it was an incredible course!
Extra congratulations to Timmy for a sub 24 hour finish 👏👏👏
📷 James Holk
Race alert!
Striders Reservoir Run 1/2 Marathon | 11k | Lollipop Loop
Please join us for the 6th annual Reservoir Run in Stevens Creek County Park on Saturday, September 6th!
The Reservoir Run trail race features a mix of cool shaded single-track, open vistas, creek crossings, challenging climbs, and fast descents.
You’ll be supported by friendly volunteers every few miles, so it’s a wonderful introduction to trail racing for road runners that also promises to be challenging enough for the most experienced trail runners.
After the race, join your fellow runners for a barbecue at the finish line (including plant-based options)!
Registration is open now on Ultrasignup (ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=123885).
We had a nice cool run this morning. It was good to see everyone, and the trails were full of hikers also out enjoying the morning.
Next week, we have several runners competing in big races, at the San Francisco Marathon and the Mt Hood 100-miler. For some, this will be their first time racing that distance. All the best at your races!
Have a great weekend everyone! It's nice outside.
Congratulations to our own Dave Payne for finishing the Kettle Moraine Endurance Runs 100 Miler!!!!
At 63 years young this is his first 100 mile finish!!!
His journey to race day has had its ups and downs, including a nasty fall at the Monterey Ultra 50 Mile in late January, which he still finished 🤯 but required that he put training on hold for a bit.
We couldn’t be more proud that he followed his dream.
Can’t wait to hear all about it!
