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Bishop High Sierra Ultras

Trail Running covering 32.2 km to 100 km with up to 2,400 m D+ in Bishop (California, United States)

LocationBishop, California, United StatesShow on map(37.3614° N, 118.3997° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition1993
Elevation gainUp to +3,800 m

Bishop High Sierra Ultras is an endurance sporting event in Bishop, California, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 1993, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 62.14 mi (100 km, +3,800 m D+), Trail 49.71 mi (80 km, +2,400 m D+), Trail 32.93 mi (53 km, +1,570 m D+), and Trail 20.01 mi (32.2 km, +800 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bishopultras.com).

Official website
Bishop High Sierra Ultras in Bishop (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Top Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 62.14 miTrail Running100 km+3,800 m1,150 m - 2,746 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 49.71 miTrail Running80 km+2,400 m1,153 m - 2,161 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 32.93 miTrail Running53 km+1,570 m1,156 m - 1,815 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 20.01 miTrail Running32.2 km+800 m1,159 m - 1,495 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
100 km
Elevation gain
+3,800 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,800 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,746 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
100 km+3,800 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS37.3614° N, 118.3997° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,746 m above sea level (+3,800 m D+, -3,800 m D-)

Peak: 2,746 m·at 55.2 km·Ø 7.6 %
1,150 m1,682 m2,214 m2,746 m0 km20 km40 km60 km80 km100 km2,746 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Bishop High Sierra Ultras take place?

Bishop High Sierra Ultras takes place in Bishop, California, US (start area at coordinates 37.3614° N, 118.3997° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Bishop High Sierra Ultras?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 62.14 mi (100 km, +3,800 m D+), Trail 49.71 mi (80 km, +2,400 m D+), Trail 32.93 mi (53 km, +1,570 m D+), and Trail 20.01 mi (32.2 km, +800 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Bishop High Sierra Ultras?

The main competition (Trail 62.14 mi over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,800 m of elevation gain and -3,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,746 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Bishop High Sierra Ultras?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bishopultras.com).