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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. Participants face extreme conditions, including significant elevation changes, with a total ascent of 14,600 feet (4,450 m) and descent of 6,100 feet (1,859 m). The race begins at Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, and concludes at Whitney Portal, the trailhead to the highest peak in the contiguous United States. Competitors have a 48-hour time limit to complete the course, making it a true test of endurance and resilience. 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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