Cerro Gordo Silver Run
Keeler, United States • 23 May 2026
Cerro Gordo Silver Run : event overview
The Cerro Gordo Silver Run is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Cerro Gordo Mines near Keeler, California. The race follows a continuous uphill course of 8 miles, climbing approximately 4,600 vertical feet from the valley to the historic ghost town of Cerro Gordo. The route uses the Cerro Gordo Road, originally carved in 1865. The finish area is located at the abandoned town, where participants can explore the site.
Logistics and included services
The event lists aid stations placed about every mile. Registered participants receive a limited-edition 2026 shirt and a finishers medal. Shuttle vans provide transport back down from the finish to parking areas in Keeler; volunteers will direct cars to multiple day-of-race parking lots. Post-race offerings at the summit include a mountaintop barbecue, live music, games, and self-guided access to the town.
Nearby accommodation and camping options are described: neighbor-operated camping spots are available in Keeler for $20 per spot and include restrooms; Lone Pine is about 15 miles away and offers hotels, motels, and RV parks; Bureau of Land Management camping is available nearby with free stays up to 14 days. The event listing shows an entry fee of $225 (reduced from $249). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.