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Backbone Trail Ultra
Santa Monica Mountains, California
3
Aid Stations
132
Days Away
About This Race
A point-to-point traverse of Southern California's Santa Monica Mountains along the Backbone Trail, running 68 rugged miles from Will Rogers State Park in Brentwood to the Ray Miller Trail finish at La Jolla Canyon in Point Mugu State Park, with nearly 15,000 feet of elevation gain. A 100+ mile option is also available featuring additional loops in Pt. Mugu State Park.
Key Dates
Race Day
Jan 16, 2027
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Aid Stations
3| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop Bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Piuma Trailhead Drop bags allowed here. Used drop bags from Piuma will be transported to the finish. | 25.10 miles | -- | bananasPB&Jboiled potatoes with saltchips+5 | ||
Mishe Mokwa Drop bags for consumables only; leftovers will be donated. Pacers for 100 milers may join here via drop off or limited parking. | 52.00 miles | -- | bananasPB&Jboiled potatoes with saltchips+5 | ||
Danielson Ranch Drop bags for 100-mile runners only. Pacers may walk or bike in; parking at Sycamore Canyon parking lots. Hub for the 3 loops in Pt. Mugu State Park. | 60.60 miles | -- | bananasPB&Jboiled potatoes with saltchips+5 |
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