Monterey Ultra

Monterey Ultra

Monterey Ultra is a two-day trail running event in Monterey, California, held at Laguna Seca Recreation Area and Fort Ord National Monument on February 6 and 7, 2027. The event includes multiple distances over natural and varied terrain.

• 50 Mile
• 50K
• 25K
• 10K

The 50-mile course is organized as a 35-mile loop plus a 15-mile loop and showcases Fort Ord trails, including wide fire roads, smooth and twisting single-track, deep sand, rocky sections, and rooty climbs. Multiple aid stations are placed along the course.

Inside Trail Racing organizes the event under a Special Recreation Permit from the Bureau of Land Management. Registration opens August 1, 2026. The 50-mile race has a 14.5 hour time limit. Parking is free within the Laguna Seca Recreation Area.

Aid stations provide a variety of foods and drinks such as energy gels, chews, trail mix, chips, soda, water, Skratch hydration mix, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and fruit; basic first aid items are available. Runners are advised to carry at least one 20 oz bottle. Headlamps are recommended for the start of the 50-mile race, and drop bags are available at designated aid stations. Crew access varies by aid station; some are not reachable by vehicle. Pacers may join runners at the Laguna Seca aid station.

Awards include custom trophies for top overall finishers, medals for all finishers, a custom hat for 50-mile finishers, and age-group medals. Volunteers receive a race shirt, food, and credit toward future events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.