Kodiak Ultra Marathons

Big Bear Lake, United States • 9-11 Oct 2025

The HOKA Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB take place in Big Bear Lake, California, a rustic mountain town near Los Angeles. This two-day festival features five race distances ranging from 10K to 100 miles, offering runners a challenging high-altitude experience with elevation gains up to 4100 meters. Courses showcase stunning views of Big Bear Lake and diverse landscapes including high desert, subalpine, and semi-arid climates. The event atmosphere is festive, with local food, music, and a parade in downtown Big Bear Lake. As a UTMB World Series Americas Major, it offers double points and serves as a qualifier for both the UTMB World Series Finals and the Western States Endurance Run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M
159 km
4100 m+
100m
99 km
2350 m+
100k
50 km
1200 m+
50k
23 km
600 m+
21k
10 km
300 m+
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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