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  • Lavaredo Ultra Trail

    Lavaredo Ultra Trail

    Lavaredo Ultra Trail | Corso Italia Start Corso Italia, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Veneto, Italy

    Lavaredo Ultra Trail by UTMB is a Dolomites trail-running classic with distances from a 10K to a 120K mountain ultra based in Cortina d’Ampezzo.Course HighlightsThe 2027 program is scheduled for June 23–27, with the Lavaredo 50K on June 25 at 8:00 a.m. and additional races across the week. Official race information describes the 50K as 50 kilometers with about 2,600 meters of climbing, starting and finishing on Corso Italia in Cortina.Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Dolomites gives the race its sense […]

  • Western States 100

    Western States 100

    Western States 100 | Start 1960 Squaw Valley Rd, Olympic Plaza, Olympic Valley, CA, United States

    The Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run is the world's oldest and most prestigious 100-mile trail race, traversing the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains from Olympic Valley to Auburn, California. Course Highlights The course begins at Olympic Valley, climbing 2,550 feet in the first 4.5 miles to Emigrant Pass. From there, runners traverse the high country of the Granite Chief Wilderness, following the historic Western States Trail. The route plunges into the deep, sweltering canyons of the American River drainage, passing through […]

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    Western States Endurance Run

    Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run | Olympic Valley 1960 Squaw Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA, United States

    The Western States Endurance Run, commonly referred to as WSER, is one of the oldest and most prestigious ultramarathon races in the world. Founded in 1974, it covers a 100-mile course from Squaw Valley, California to Auburn, California, passing through the Sierra Nevada and Cascade ranges. The terrain is rugged, with punishing climbs and descents, and the weather is usually hot and unforgiving. Running the WSER is considered the ultimate test of endurance, and thousands of ultra-runners from around the […]

  • Iceland Volcano Marathon

    Iceland Volcano Marathon

    Iceland Volcano Marathon | Location , Iceland

    Iceland is not only known for its icy glaciers but also for its magnificent volcanoes. What better way to truly explore this mystical land than through participating in an Icelandic Volcano Marathon? The terrain is challenging, the weather unpredictable, and the scenery stunning. In this post, we’ll dive into the details of this infamous marathon, and explain why you should consider taking on this unique challenge. The Route: The one-of-a-kind volcano marathon route takes participants through the southeast of the […]

  • Lewa Safari Marathon

    Lewa Safari Marathon

    Lewa Safari Marathon | Isiolo Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Isiolo Road, Isiolo, Isiolo County, Kenya

    An annual fundraising marathon held at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya, where participants run on dirt roads alongside diverse African wildlife to support conservation and community projects. Course Highlights The Lewa Safari Marathon course is widely regarded as one of the most breathtaking and unique endurance challenges on the planet. Set entirely within the 62,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in northern Kenya, the race offers participants a rare opportunity to run through a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The course consists […]

  • Zermatt Marathon

    Zermatt Marathon

    Zermatt Marathon | St. Niklaus Dorfstrasse 17, St. Niklaus, Valais, Switzerland

    The Zermatt Marathon is a world-class mountain race in the Swiss Alps, featuring a grueling ascent from St. Niklaus to the Riffelberg or Gornergrat with iconic views of the Matterhorn. Course Highlights The Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful yet challenging mountain races in Europe. The course begins in the picturesque village of St. Niklaus, located in the deepest valley of Switzerland. From there, runners embark on a journey that ascends through the breathtaking […]

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    Mount Marathon Race

    Mount Marathon Race | Seward 4th Avenue and Adams Street, Seward, AK, United States

    The Mount Marathon Race is a legendary mountain running event in Seward, Alaska, featuring a grueling 3.1-mile course with nearly 3,000 feet of vertical gain. Course Highlights The Mount Marathon Race is world-renowned for its brutal verticality and technical terrain, offering a challenge that belies its relatively short 3.1-mile distance. From the starting line on 4th Avenue, runners face an immediate and unrelenting ascent of nearly 3,000 feet. The course is famous for its extreme steepness, with an average slope […]

  • Vail Hill Climb

    Vail Hill Climb

    Vail Hill Climb | Vail Mountain Haus, Vail 292 E Meadow Dr (Vail's Mountain Haus), Vail, CO 81657, Vail, Colorado, United States

    Course Highlights The Vail HillClimb is one of Colorado’s most storied mountain running traditions, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026. The 12.2K (7.6-mile) course is a pure uphill race from the base of Vail Village at 8,160 feet to Mid-Vail at 10,254 feet — a relentless 2,128-foot climb. The route follows the same gravel and dirt service road that has been used since the race was founded in 1976, with 80% dirt/gravel and 20% paved sections. Runners work through dense […]

  • Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run

    Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run

    Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run | Silverton 1160 Reese Street, Silverton, CO, United States

    The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is a premier 100-mile ultramarathon in the San Juan Mountains, known for its extreme elevation change and technical high-altitude terrain. Course Highlights The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is legendary for its challenging and breathtaking course through the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado. The 2026 edition will follow a clockwise loop, starting and ending in the historic mining town of Silverton. Runners will encounter thirteen major passes in the 12,000' to 13,000' range, […]

  • Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB

    Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB

    Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB | Grindelwald Dorfstrasse 110, Grindelwald, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

    The Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB is a world-renowned trail running event in the Swiss Alps, featuring distances from 15km to 250km set against the backdrop of the iconic Eiger North Face. Course Highlights The Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB offers an unparalleled alpine experience at the foot of the legendary Eiger North Face in the Bernese Oberland. The crown jewel, the E101 course, takes runners on a spectacular journey through the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Nature Heritage site. Key landmarks […]

  • Mount Rainier is reflected in a lake at sunset.

    Mount Rainier Half Marathon & 5k

    Mount Rainier Half Marathon & 5k | Location 30005 SR 706 E, Ashford, WA, United States

    Conquering the Heights: All You Need to Know About Mount Rainier Half Marathon & 5k Mount Rainier has always been a source of inspiration for many hikers. The area around the mountain offers thrilling trails and stunning accommodations that truly make it a nature lover's paradise. However, apart from hiking, Mount Rainier also has an amazing marathon and 5k that takes place each year. These events attract the best of runners and the most determined participants. In this blog post, […]

  • Vermont 100 Mile Endurance Run

    Vermont 100 Mile Endurance Run

    Vermont 100 Mile Endurance Run | West Windsor 1851 Silver Hill Road, West Windsor, VT, United States

    The Vermont 100 is a historic ultramarathon featuring a concurrent horse race, challenging runners with 17,000 feet of gain across Vermont's scenic dirt roads and trails. Course Highlights The Vermont 100 Mile Endurance Run is a legendary test of grit set against the scenic backdrop of the southern Green Mountains. The course is a relentless series of "unrelenting rollers" that accumulate to approximately 17,000 feet of elevation gain for the 100-mile distance and 9,000 feet for the 100K. Runners traverse […]

  • Death Valley National Park in California is famous for its extreme heat and stunning landscapes. One of its most iconic spots is Badwater, a vast salt flat that sits at an elevation of 282

    Badwater 135

    Badwater 135 | Location Airport Rd, Furnace Creek, CA, United States

    545The Ultra Marathons Of All Ultras For most of us, running a single marathon can be the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. But what if there was a race that took it to the extreme, pushing past the limits of what most athletes could ever imagine? Enter Badwater 135, a race that is notorious for being one of the toughest in the world. Located in the scorching hot Badwater Basin of Death Valley, California, this race is not […]

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    Amazing Maasai Marathon

    Amazing Maasai Marathon | Location Narok, Kenya

    Marathons are a great way to challenge your physical and mental endurance, but running through the beautiful grasslands and hills of Kenya alongside Maasai warriors and their culture can be a truly unforgettable experience. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most iconic places in Africa. This region has a unique ecosystem and it's been home to the Maasai people for centuries. The Amazing Maasai Marathon is a challenging race that takes place every year in June and […]

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    North Pole Marathon

    North Pole Marathon | Location

    Running a marathon is already a monumental feat, but what if you could experience it in one of the most extreme locations on the planet? The North Pole Marathon is not your typical marathon - it takes place on the frozen tundra surrounded by endless white landscapes and sub-zero temperatures. It's a challenge that only a select few dare to take on, but those who do are rewarded with a truly unforgettable experience. In this blog post, we'll explore everything […]

  • Aspen Backcountry Marathon

    Aspen Backcountry Marathon

    Aspen Backcountry Marathon | Rio Grande Park, Aspen Rio Grande Park, 139 Rio Grande Pl, Aspen, CO 81611, Aspen, Colorado, United States

    Course Highlights The Aspen Backcountry Marathon is one of Colorado’s most stunning trail races, utilizing the world-class trail network that surrounds the legendary resort town of Aspen. All three distances — the 50K, marathon, and heavy half-marathon — run almost exclusively on single-track dirt trails with diverse terrain: challenging climbs through aspen groves, high ridge traverses with panoramic views of the Elk Mountains, and technical descents back into the valley. The 50K distance includes an out-and-back to the McNamara Hut, […]

  • Sierre-Zinal

    Sierre-Zinal

    Sierre-Zinal | Sierre Finges, 3960 Sierre, Switzerland, Sierre, Valais, Switzerland

    Sierre-Zinal is an iconic 31 km mountain race in the Swiss Alps, famously known as the ‘Race of the Five 4,000s’ for its views of five legendary peaks. It attracts elite athletes and amateurs alike for its challenging elevation and breathtaking scenery. Course Highlights Known as the “Race of the Five 4,000s,” Sierre-Zinal offers some of the most spectacular views in the trail running world. The point-to-point course stretches 31 kilometers through the heart of the Swiss Valais Alps, connecting […]

  • Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon

    Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon

    Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon | Sunriver OR Sunriver, OR 97707 (Deschutes National Forest trails), Sunriver, Oregon, United States

    Course Highlights Haulin Aspen Trail Marathon & Half Marathon runs through the spectacular trail network surrounding Sunriver Resort and the Deschutes National Forest in Central Oregon. The course winds through golden aspen groves (at their most spectacular in late summer), old-growth ponderosa pine forests, and open meadows with sweeping views of the Three Sisters, Mount Bachelor, and Broken Top. The marathon and half marathon share the same scenic forest terrain, making this one of Central Oregon’s premier late-summer trail experiences. […]

  • Crater Lake Rim Runs

    Crater Lake Rim Runs

    Crater Lake Rim Runs | Rim Village, Crater Lake NP Rim Village, Crater Lake National Park, OR 97604, Crater Lake, Oregon, United States

    Course Highlights The Crater Lake Rim Runs take place entirely along the rim of Crater Lake in Crater Lake National Park, one of America’s most awe-inspiring natural landscapes. All three running distances and the walk option follow the paved Rim Drive — with the final four miles of the marathon on dirt and pumice cinder roads — at elevations ranging from 5,980 to 7,850 feet above sea level. The panoramic views of Crater Lake, formed by the collapse of ancient […]