Ferris 50
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Ferris 50 Endurance Run : Carson Valley, Nevada
The Ferris 50 Endurance Run takes place in Carson Valley on November 7, 2026. The event uses a mix of single-track trails, OHV trails, and minimal paved sections to traverse the foothills of eastern Carson Valley near the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada. Course routing provides views of Job's Peak and the surrounding valley.
The event offers three distances:
- 50 mile
- 50k
- 15k
The race starts at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Gardnerville and finishes at TJ’s Corral at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. Organizers provide a free shuttle from the finish area to the start for runners, and free parking is available at the Douglas County Fairgrounds and at the Carson Valley Inn.
Finish line activities include a festival at TJ’s Corral with food and beverages available for purchase and an awards ceremony to honor top finishers. Podium and finisher awards vary by distance; finisher items include long sleeve shirts and either a buckle or a medal, and prize amounts are listed for the 50 mile division. Multiple local trail and community organizations support aid stations and event operations. The Carson Valley Inn serves as the host hotel and offers on site amenities for registered racers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
