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Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB

Trail Running covering 25 km to 161 km with up to 5,550 m D+ in Auburn (California, United States)

LocationAuburn, California, United StatesShow on map(38.8966° N, 121.0769° W)
Date & StatusApril 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027Date confirmed
First edition2015
Elevation gainUp to +5,550 m

Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB is an endurance sporting event in Auburn, California, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2015, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races, UTMB World Series. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 100.04 mi (161 km, +5,550 m D+), Trail 62.14 mi (100 km, +3,750 m D+), Trail 31.07 mi (50 km, +1,700 m D+), and Trail 15.53 mi (25 km, +850 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (canyons.utmb.world).

Official website
Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB in Auburn (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 100.04 miTrail Running161 km+5,550 m1,150 m - 3,481 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 62.14 miTrail Running100 km+3,750 m1,153 m - 2,728 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 31.07 miTrail Running50 km+1,700 m1,156 m - 1,870 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 15.53 miTrail Running25 km+850 m1,159 m - 1,516 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
161 km
Elevation gain
+5,550 m D+
Elevation loss
-5,550 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,481 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.9 % / 12.4 %
Course format
Loop course
161 km+5,550 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS38.8966° N, 121.0769° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,481 m above sea level (+5,550 m D+, -5,550 m D-)

Peak: 3,481 m·at 57.3 km·Ø 6.9 %
1,150 m1,927 m2,704 m3,481 m0 km32.2 km64.4 km96.6 km128.8 km161 km3,481 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB take place?

Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB takes place in Auburn, California, US (start area at coordinates 38.8966° N, 121.0769° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 100.04 mi (161 km, +5,550 m D+), Trail 62.14 mi (100 km, +3,750 m D+), Trail 31.07 mi (50 km, +1,700 m D+), and Trail 15.53 mi (25 km, +850 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB?

The main competition (Trail 100.04 mi over 161 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,550 m of elevation gain and -5,550 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,481 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 Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB?

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