21K
The HOKA Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB 21k course showcases Big Bear’s North Shore Trails including the Pacific Crest Trail in Holcomb Valley.
Race Category
Running Stones
Course Description
The 21k course introduces you to high altitude, mountain running. After a steep climb up the Snow Summit Ski area, get rewarded with a panoramic vista of the surrounding mountains and Big Bear Lake. On a very clear day, you could see the ocean!
2026 courses are still being finalized, more information coming soon. All courses are subject to change. Thanks for your patience!
Hot and Cold Weather Kits
Should the race management team add onto the mandatory gear due to weather conditions, please reference the cold and hot weather kits outlined below. You will be notified via email if either kit is required during race week. Runners are expected to pack both kits for race weekend in the event one of these kits needs to be implemented.
Hot weather kit (may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)
- Sunglasses ***
- Sunscreen, recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50
- Minimum water supply: 2 liters
Cold weather kit (may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)
- Protective eyewear ***
- Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves OR the combination of long-sleeved warm undergarment and a windproof jacket with durable water-repellent protection (Note: the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory jacket with hood, and vice versa).
- Sturdy, closed-toe trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes Not recommended)
- Beanie (or multifunctional neck gaiter)
- Warm gloves (waterproof strongly recommended)
- Waterproof overpants
*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suitable both for the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)
