Ferris Fifty

Minden, United States • 8 Nov 2025

Event overview

The Ferris Fifty endurance run takes place Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Minden, Nevada. Distances offered include:

  • 50 Miler
  • 50K
  • 15K

All distances start at the Douglas County Fairgrounds arena and finish at TJ's Corral outside the Carson Valley Inn. Registration closes on November 5, 2025. Registered racers are eligible for a special rate at the host hotel, Carson Valley Inn.

Course and logistics

Courses traverse single-track trails, OHV trails, and some pavement, with surfaces of dirt, gravel, sand, and pavement. The area includes active OHV and mountain bike trails and will be patrolled by OHV and mountain bike safety crews. Wildlife such as wild horses and coyotes may be present. Bag drops are available for the 50M and 50K and are collected at packet pickup. Crews are allowed at Mile 13 and Mile 39 with one vehicle per runner. Pacers are generally not allowed; exceptions require contacting the race director. Trekking poles are permitted. Aid stations provided: seven on the 50M, four on the 50K, and three on the 15K. The finish area includes music, food trucks, drinks, and vendor booths. Prize and finisher items vary by distance; the 50M includes a buckle and cash prizes for top finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
15 km
15k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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