Trail · 68 Mile

Backbone Trail Ultra


Santa Monica Mountains, CA

Backbone Trail Ultra is a trail race of 68 Mile in Santa Monica Mountains, California. The next edition is on Saturday, September 18, 2027. The race gives its climbing as 13,599 ft (4,145 m). Registration is open to all.

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Questions about Backbone Trail Ultra

When is Backbone Trail Ultra 2027?

Backbone Trail Ultra 2027 is on Saturday, September 18, 2027.

Where is Backbone Trail Ultra?

Backbone Trail Ultra is held in Santa Monica Mountains, California.

How long is Backbone Trail Ultra?

Backbone Trail Ultra is 68 Mile.

How much elevation gain does Backbone Trail Ultra have?

Backbone Trail Ultra has 13,599 ft (4,145 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.

How do you get into Backbone Trail Ultra?

Backbone Trail Ultra has open registration.

What is the weather usually like at Backbone Trail Ultra?

Around Backbone Trail Ultra's date, the day's high is typically about 58°F (14°C) and the low about 42°F (6°C), averaged over recent years.

What other 50-mile and 100K races are there in California?

Other upcoming 50-mile and 100K races in California include Anza Borrego Cuyamaca 50 Mile Run (December 5, 2026), Ray Miller 50/50 (December 5, 2026) and Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing (December 6, 2026).

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