Ely Mountain Trail Race
Shaver Lake, United States • 2 Aug 2026
Ely Mountain Trail Race - Shaver Lake, CA
The Ely Mountain Trail Race is set for 08/02/2026 at Balsam Forebay in Shaver Lake, California. This is the first edition of the event presented as part of the San Joaquin Running Co lineup. The field is limited to 250 runners.
Distances offered:
- 14K (8.7 miles) - about 1,800 feet of climbing
- 8K (4.97 miles) - about 800 feet of climbing
The 14K course includes roughly a 1,000 foot ascent up Ely Mountain and provides views of the Sierra, Shaver Lake, and the valley below. Descents use singletrack and dirt road sections. The 8K follows a shorter route to the top with a lower total climb.
Event recognition and amenities include a King and Queen of the Mountain award for the fastest segment times to the top of Ely, custom race shirts, finisher medals, podium awards, and post-race food and refreshments. Registration opens 10/20/2025 and closes 01/01/2026; the listed registration fee is $50. The event description notes cooler ambient temperatures and hot trail surfaces on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.