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Operation Ocali

Name: Operation Ocali
Start: 2026-11-20
End: 2026-11-20
Location: Malibu

Malibu, United States • 20 Nov 2026

Operation OCALI 2026

Operation OCALI is a multi-day trail endurance event held on the Backbone Trail in Malibu, California. The route is listed at approximately 70 miles (+/-) with about 13,000 ft (+/-) of elevation gain. The event is organized with a carry requirement of a 25 lb dry load and a 36-hour completion window.

The event is scheduled for November 20–22, 2026, in Malibu. Ticketing information shown includes a paid participant ticket priced at $275.00 plus $19.25 tax and a volunteer option listed at no cost; the volunteer program notes Born Primitive Tactical as the event sponsor and provides gift cards to volunteers. The description specifies the general location as Backbone Trail, Malibu, CA 90265, USA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Malibu

Race information

Registration

70 mi

70 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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