Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB
Big Bear Lake, United States
October 8, 2027 to October 9, 2027Date confirmed
162 km99 km48.4 km19.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races in Joshua Tree
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 42 races in Joshua Tree with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions42Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,850 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Stefan Czapski · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Tour of Big Bear
Big Bear Lake, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.93 km112.65 km80.47 km50 km+1
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: NPS · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Revel Big Bear
Big Bear Lake, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Joshua Tree Half Marathon
Joshua Tree, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km
DesertNight Run+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2027 - Oct 9, 2027 | Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB | Big Bear Lake, California, US | Trail Running | 162 km99 km48.4 km19.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Tour of Big Bear | Big Bear Lake, California, US | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 160.93 km112.65 km80.47 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Revel Big Bear | Big Bear Lake, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Joshua Tree Half Marathon | Joshua Tree, California, US | Trail Running | 21 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Joshua Tree (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 42 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Big Bear Lake, West Ocean City, and Charlotte. Notable events in the selection include Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB, Tour of Big Bear, and Revel Big Bear.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +4,850 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Joshua Tree includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Joshua Tree?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 42 individual races in Joshua Tree. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB, Tour of Big Bear, and Revel Big Bear.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Joshua Tree?
Events in Joshua Tree focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Big Bear Lake, West Ocean City, and Charlotte.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Joshua Tree?
The most selective courses in Joshua Tree climb up to +4,850 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Joshua Tree?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.