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Badwater 135

Name: Badwater 135
Start: 2025-07-07
End: 2025-07-09
Location: Lone Pine

Lone Pine, United States • 7-9 Jul 2025

The Badwater 135 Ultramarathon is renowned as the world's toughest foot race, covering a grueling 135 miles (217 km) from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney, California. This extreme endurance event features a challenging course with a total elevation gain of 14,600 feet (4,450 m) and a time limit of 48 hours. Starting at Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, and finishing at Whitney Portal, the race tests the limits of athletes and their support crews. Participants navigate through harsh desert conditions and mountainous terrain, making it a unique and prestigious challenge in the ultrarunning community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Lone Pine

Race information

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135 mi

14600 m+

135 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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