Sea Otter Classic
Gravel Cycling and Mountain Biking covering 4.5 km to 144.8 km with up to 2,379 m D+ in Monterey (California, United States)
Sea Otter Classic is an endurance sporting event in Monterey, California, US focused on Gravel Biking, Mountain Biking and Trail Running. Key features include Festive, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day, Mountain.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Gravel Bike 90 mi (144.84 km, +2,379 m D+), Fuego XL (112.65 km, +2,377 m D+), Gravel Bike 60 mi (96.56 km, +1,586 m D+), Gravel Bike 30 mi (48.28 km, +793 m D+), Fuego XC (33.8 km, +1,067 m D+), and Trail 10.56 mi (17 km, +646 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (seaotterclassic.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravel Bike 90 mi | Gravel Biking | 144.84 km | +2,379 m | 1,150 m - 2,149 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Fuego XL | Mountain Biking | 112.65 km | +2,377 m | 1,153 m - 2,151 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Gravel Bike 60 mi | Gravel Biking | 96.56 km | +1,586 m | 1,156 m - 1,822 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Gravel Bike 30 mi | Gravel Biking | 48.28 km | +793 m | 1,159 m - 1,492 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Fuego XC | Mountain Biking | 33.8 km | +1,067 m | 1,162 m - 1,610 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 10.56 mi | Trail Running | 17 km | +646 m | 1,150 m - 1,421 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 2.8 mi | Trail Running | 4.51 km | +90 m | 1,153 m - 1,191 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,149 m above sea level (+2,379 m D+, -2,379 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 2,151 m above sea level (+2,377 m D+, -2,377 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,156 m to 1,822 m above sea level (+1,586 m D+, -1,586 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,159 m to 1,492 m above sea level (+793 m D+, -793 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,162 m to 1,610 m above sea level (+1,067 m D+, -1,067 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,421 m above sea level (+646 m D+, -646 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 1,191 m above sea level (+90 m D+, -90 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Sea Otter Classic take place?
Sea Otter Classic takes place in Monterey, California, US (start area at coordinates 36.6002° N, 121.8947° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Sea Otter Classic?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Gravel Bike 90 mi (144.84 km, +2,379 m D+), Fuego XL (112.65 km, +2,377 m D+), Gravel Bike 60 mi (96.56 km, +1,586 m D+), Gravel Bike 30 mi (48.28 km, +793 m D+), Fuego XC (33.8 km, +1,067 m D+), and Trail 10.56 mi (17 km, +646 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Gravel Biking, Mountain Biking and Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Sea Otter Classic?
The main competition (Gravel Bike 90 mi over 144.84 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,379 m of elevation gain and -2,379 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,149 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 Sea Otter Classic?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (seaotterclassic.com).