Fort Ord Trail Run
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Fort Ord Trail Run
The Fort Ord Trail Run takes place at the Fort Ord National Monument in Salinas, California. This location was formerly a U.S. Army post and now serves as a significant nature reserve and national monument. The event is held over two days, with the start and finish lines located at the Laguna Seca Recreation Area, specifically the Turn 10 Shelf area.
Participants run on trails through a landscape that transitioned from a military maneuver area to a conservation site for endangered species. The event is a cupless race, meaning runners must carry their own reusable cups or water bottles as no paper cups are provided at aid stations. These stations offer a variety of supplies including water, electrolyte drinks, gels, fruit, and snacks.
The event offers several race distances:
- 50 km (Saturday event)
- 25 km (Sunday event)
- 10 km (Sunday event)
The 50 km race has a time limit of 8.5 hours. All finishers receive a custom medal, and 50 km finishers also receive a branded pint glass. Custom trophies are awarded to the top three overall male and female winners for each distance, and medals are provided for the top three finishers in various age groups ranging from 13 and under to 70 and over. Camping is available nearby at the Laguna Seca Recreation Area for those staying through the weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
