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Backbone Trail Ultra

Santa Monica Mountains, United States • 16 Jan 2027

Event Details

The Backbone Trail Ultra is an ultra-running event that takes place on the Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains of Southern California. It is the only official ultra event covering the entire length of this trail.

Route and Format

The course covers 68 miles along the ridge-line trail. The run features nearly 13,600 feet of total elevation gain. The route starts at Will Rogers State Park and concludes with a descent down the Ray Miller Trail, offering views of the Pacific Ocean. The event can be run solo or as a relay with a team of 2, 3, or 4 people.

Participation and Requirements

The event is capped at 200 total runners. Solo entrants must have previously completed at least one 50-mile trail run. Relay team members do not have this requirement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Santa Monica Mountains

Race information

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68 mi
68 Miler
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