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September 12, 2026
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50 MILE
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HALF MARATHON
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EVENT INFO & schedule
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volunteers
Registration details
- Trail and ultra races through Sierra National Forest outside Yosemite National Park!
- September 12, 2026
- Recreation Point - Bass Lake, CA
- 50 Mile: $239 $199 (through May 31st)
- 50K: $219 $179 (through May 31st)
- Half Marathon: $169 $129 (through May 31st)
Event Details
- Trail and ultra races through Sierra National Forest outside Yosemite National Park! 50 Mile - 50K - HALF.
- September 12, 2026
- Recreation Point - Bass Lake, CA
- Average Temp: Low of °47 F / High of 82° F
- Early Bird Pricing through May 31st!
- Cup-Free Policy: Disposable cups will not be offered at this event. This means each athlete will need their own hydration solution on the race course. Water and electrolyte drink will be available to fill your hydration vessel. Sustainable solutions we recommend: hydration vest, reusable handheld bottle or belt.
Travel
This event will take place at Recreation Point Campground, which lays near the south entrance to Yosemite National Park, just 3h30m away from San Francisco.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) / Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Jose International Airport (SJC) - 3.5 hrs away
All three of these major airports are a little over 3 hours away from Bass Lake. Most major airlines use them which means there are plenty of flight options and flights may be cheaper. Whichever you us make your way east across central valley and get on Hwy 41 towards Bass Lake.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) - 1 hr away
This is a closer but much smaller airport. Flights might be more expensive but you will be closer to Bass Lake and Yosemite.
Whether your initial mode of transportation to the event is flying or driving, you will eventually need a rental car as there are no shuttles that bring you directly to the race. When you are ready to travel by car, enter the following address into your GPS for accurate directions: Recreation Point Campground.
Course Information
The Yosemite Trail Race courses will take you through the Sierra National Forest outside Yosemite National Park. You will run on a mix of forest service roads, rocky single track, and giant slabs of granite. Depending on the distance you choose you'll run past giant sequoias, summit granite plutons, take in expansive valley views, cross rivers, and finish at Beautiful Bass Lake. A lot of climbing followed by a lot of fast downhill mixed with incredible support along the way equals a trail adventure you don't want to miss out on.
*This course is being finalized with the Forest Service. We will post the final course maps and elevation gain for each distance once they are confirmed.
- Distance: 50 Miles - 50K - 13.1
- Course Type: Point to Point
- Terrain: Trail
- Elevation Gain:
- 50 M: ↗ 4,825 FT ↘ 6,807 FT
- 50K: ↗ 3,066 FT ↘ 5,048 FT
- HALF: ↗711 FT ↘ 2,705 FT
- Views: Mountains, Granite domes, Squoias, Lakes, Old growth pine trees.
Aid Stations
There will be well stocked aid stations on all three courses. More details on location and access coming soon.
Gnarly Nutrition is the Official Hydration Sponsor for the Yosemite Trail Race and we will have plenty of Gnarly Hydrate available on and off the course to aid in your electrolyte replacement.
Course Information
The Yosemite Trail Race courses will take you through the Sierra National Forest outside Yosemite National Park. You will run on a mix of forest service roads, rocky single track, and giant slabs of granite. Depending on the distance you choose you'll run past giant sequoias, summit granite plutons, take in expansive valley views, cross rivers, and finish at Beautiful Bass Lake. A lot of climbing followed by a lot of fast downhill mixed with incredible support along the way equals a trail adventure you don't want to miss out on.
*This course is being finalized with the Forest Service. We will post the final course maps and elevation gain for each distance once they are confirmed.
- Distance: 50 Miles - 50K - 13.1
- Course Type: Point to Point
- Terrain: Trail
- Elevation Gain:
- 50 M: ↗ 4,825 FT ↘ 6,807 FT
- 50K: ↗ 3,066 FT ↘ 5,048 FT
- HALF: ↗711 FT ↘ 2,705 FT
- Views: Mountains, Granite domes, Squoias, Lakes, Old growth pine trees.
Aid Stations
There will be well stocked aid stations on all three courses. More details on location and access coming soon.
Gnarly Nutrition is the Official Hydration Sponsor for the Yosemite Trail Race and we will have plenty of Gnarly Hydrate available on and off the course to aid in your electrolyte replacement.
Course Information
The Yosemite Trail Race courses will take you through the Sierra National Forest outside Yosemite National Park. You will run on a mix of forest service roads, rocky single track, and giant slabs of granite. Depending on the distance you choose you'll run past giant sequoias, summit granite plutons, take in expansive valley views, cross rivers, and finish at Beautiful Bass Lake. A lot of climbing followed by a lot of fast downhill mixed with incredible support along the way equals a trail adventure you don't want to miss out on.
*This course is being finalized with the Forest Service. We will post the final course maps and elevation gain for each distance once they are confirmed.
- Distance: 50 Miles - 50K - 13.1
- Course Type: Point to Point
- Terrain: Trail
- Elevation Gain:
- 50 M: ↗ 4,825 FT ↘ 6,807 FT
- 50K: ↗ 3,066 FT ↘ 5,048 FT
- HALF: ↗711 FT ↘ 2,705 FT
- Views: Mountains, Granite domes, Squoias, Lakes, Old growth pine trees.
Aid Stations
There will be well stocked aid stations on all three courses. More details on location and access coming soon.
Gnarly Nutrition is the Official Hydration Sponsor for the Yosemite Trail Race and we will have plenty of Gnarly Hydrate available on and off the course to aid in your electrolyte replacement.
Schedule of Events
Parking, Shuttle, Cutoff Times, and more event info and details coming soon!
Friday
September 11th
2:00 PM - Bib Pickup
4:30 PM - Opening Ceremonies
5:00 PM - Welcome Dinner
7:00 PM - Bib Pickup ends
Friday
September 12th
6:00 AM - 50 Mile starts
6:30 AM - 50K Starts
7:00 AM - Half Marathon Starts
Volunteers
Behind every successful event, there's a dedicated team of volunteers who play a crucial role in making it all happen. As we gear up for this challenge, we're excited to invite you to join our volunteer community and be a part of something truly special. Our volunteer opportunities cater to individuals with varying levels of availability and the application becomes available once registration opens. Here's a breakdown of the different volunteer levels we offer:
Super Volunteers
Commitment
Minimum of 24 hours over the course of the event. This means you will commit to one 6-hour shift per day for four days.
Responsibilities
Super Volunteers are the backbone of our event operations. From assisting with check-in, to staffing aid stations to helping cheer on our last runner and breaking down the finish line.
Benefits
Full access to the event amenities (and your athlete), lodging, meals, volunteer swag and $600 event credit that can be put toward a future event.
Event Volunteers
Commitment
Minimum of one 6-hour shift during the event.
Responsibilities
Event Volunteers assist with various tasks such as staffing aid stations and providing athlete support.
Benefits
Full access to the event amenities (and your athlete) during the shift, shift meals, volunteer swag and $150 event credit per shift that can be put toward a future event. Free camping is also offered to Event Volunteers who commit to working more than one shift per event.
Group Volunteer Opportunities
Commitment
Group Volunteer Opportunities offer flexibility in shifts and time slots, allowing groups to participate based on their availability.
Responsibilities
Specific tasks/responsibilities are based on event needs. Whether it's coordinating parking logistics, working bag drop or helping set-up or tear-down our start/finish area, Group Volunteers contribute their collective efforts to enhance the event experience for participants and spectators alike.
Benefits
Full access to the event amenities (and your athlete) during the shift, shift meals, volunteer swag and $150 event credit per shift that can be put toward a future event.
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Are you interested in learning more about the event? Do you want to push yourself and enjoy an unforgettable experience with a supportive community, but want to better understand what you're in for? Hop on a quick call with one of our team members and we will answer your questions.