Backbone Trail Ultra

JAN

16

2027

Take on the 68 mile Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains on January 16, 2027, with 13,600 feet of climbing and epic coastal views. Field capped at 200; solo entries require a prior 50 mile finish, relays of two to four welcome.

Sat 16 Jan 2027

Santa Monica Mountains, California

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68 miles

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Backbone Trail Ultra

The Backbone Trail Ultra is scheduled for January 16, 2027 in the Santa Monica Mountains, California. Organizers are working with National Parks, State Parks, the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) and other local agencies to secure permits for the event on that date. A previous edition was canceled in 2019 after trail damage from the Woolsey Wildfire.

Race details

68 miles

The route crosses the full Backbone Trail and begins at Will Rogers State Park. The course includes nearly 13,600 feet of elevation gain and finishes with a descent on the Ray Miller Trail. Entry is capped at 200 participants. Solo entrants must provide proof of completion of at least one previous 50-mile trail run; relay teams do not have this prerequisite. Relay entries may be organized in teams of 2, 3, or 4 runners. Registration opens July 1, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

68 mi

68 Miles