Born to Run Ultra Marathon
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Born to Run Ultra Marathons - Los Olivos, CA
Born to Run is a multi-day trail running event operated by AllWeDoIsRun and scheduled for the week of May 12–16, 2027 at a ranch near Los Olivos, California. Event capacity is limited to the first 300 registered participants and guests.
Distances and formats include:
- Four day 96 hour runner with 100 and 200 mile buckles
- Three day 72 hour runner with 100 mile buckle option
- 100 mile runner with 100 mile buckle within 48 hours
- 30 mile runner three 10 mile loops
- 20 mile runner two 10 mile loops
- 10 mile runner one 10 mile loop
Included for most entries are onsite camping, a marked course, aid stations roughly every 5 miles, chip lap counting, a souvenir shirt, custom bib, and finisher awards. The four day format also offers a 200 mile buckle and awards for top male and female based on most laps.
Course details: the route is 100% dirt on ranch roads and single track, arranged as two one-way 10 mile loops that meet at the center with vehicle access every 10 miles. Loop 1 has about +2100 ft gain and is marked with pink ribbon, Loop 2 about +1600 ft marked with yellow ribbon; striped ribbons indicate turns and blue indicates wrong way. No dogs are allowed on course.
Fees and policies: published runner fees vary by event type. A ranch fee of $10 per person per day is payable at check-in in cash. Guest day passes provide 24 hour ranch access for a stated daily cost. The organizer states strictly no refunds, no transfers, and no deferrals. The event may be amended or canceled based on guidance from health officials, permit holders, or property owners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
