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Ferris Fifty

Minden, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The Ferris Fifty is an endurance running event held in Minden, Nevada, at the foot of the Carson Range in the Sierra Nevada. It offers three distances: a 50-mile ultramarathon, a 50K, and a 15K race. The courses feature a mix of single-track trails, OHV trails, gravel, sand, and minimal pavement, traversing the scenic foothills of eastern Carson Valley with views of Job's Peak. The race starts at the Douglas County Fairgrounds and finishes at TJ’s Corral near the Carson Valley Inn, where a festive atmosphere with music, food trucks, and vendors awaits. Aid stations, safety patrols, and drop bags support runners, with trekking poles allowed but pacers generally prohibited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Nevada Minden

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50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
15 km
15k
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