50K
The HOKA Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB 50k course showcases Big Bear’s North Shore Trails including the Pacific Crest Trail in Holcomb Valley.
Race Category
Running Stones
Finals Access
Distance
48.4 KM
Elevation Gain
1339 M+
Start Date
Saturday 10th October 2026
Race Start
The Village of Big Bear Lake - 08:00
Max Allowed Race Time
10 Hours
Course Description
The 50K course will start and finish in the center of the Big Bear Village at Basecamp (expo). After an ascent up the face of Snow Summit early in the race, enjoy the smooth and rolling singletrack on Skyline Trail. The course winds through towering granite boulders and spends time on a ridge offering views of vistas from the mountains to Big Bear Lake.
These are the 2025 course maps. There are no major changes planned for 2026, however we can't declare the routes "final" until approved by the US Forest Service.
GPX FIle
The GPX file is the most accurate regarding distance and elevation data. There may be minor data differences between this GPX file and the Profile, Map & Time Charts graphics above.
Your recorded distance may vary from our reported distance by as much as +/- one mile due to your device recording interval, the terrain, and dense tree canopy cover.
This is the 2025 gpx file. There are no major changes planned for 2026, however we can't declare the route "final" until approved by the US Forest Service.
Aid Station Chart
The Aid Station Chart is the most accurate regarding distance and elevation data. There may be minor data differences between these Aid Station Charts and the Profile, Map & Time Charts graphics above.
Learn more about each aid station, including elevation gain/loss, cut-off times, and whether drop bags and crew access are available along the course.
These are the 2025 aid station charts. There are no major changes planned for 2026, however we can't declare the routes "final" until approved by the US Forest Service.