John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine

John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine

The John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine takes place in the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area. The event features loop courses that consist of dirt roads, single track trails, and hills. Participants run at an elevation of 3,700 feet with views of Mt. Whitney. The event is a benefit for the John Wayne Cancer Foundation to support cancer research and programs.

Available distances include:

• Half Marathon
• 10K

This event is cup-less, requiring participants to bring their own handheld water bottles or hydration packs to refill at aid stations. The half marathon course includes three aid stations, while the 10K course includes two. Both distances are chip-timed, and there is a 5-hour cut-off time for the half marathon and a 4-hour cut-off for the 10K.

Participants receive a shirt and a finisher mug upon completion. Registration includes one free admission to the Museum of Western Film History in Lone Pine. Parking is provided at the museum, with a mandatory shuttle service transporting runners to the start line located along Movie Road. The event also features a "Grit Down" post-race gathering at the Alabama Hills Cafe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.