The Broken Arrow Skyrace
Trail Running covering 5.8 km to 42.5 km with up to 2,766 m D+ in Squaw Valley (California, United States)
The Broken Arrow Skyrace is an endurance sporting event in Squaw Valley, California, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2016, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of Golden Trail World Series, UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Forest, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.
The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 46K (42.5 km, +2,766 m D+), 23K (21.75 km, +1,386 m D+), 18K (18 km, +1,140 m D+), 11K (10.4 km, +581 m D+), and Vertical Kilometer (5.81 km, +865 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (brokenarrowskyrace.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (5)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46K | Trail Running | 42.5 km | +2,766 m | 1,150 m - 2,312 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 23K | Trail Running | 21.75 km | +1,386 m | 1,153 m - 1,735 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 18K | Trail Running | 18 km | +1,140 m | 1,156 m - 1,635 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 11K | Trail Running | 10.4 km | +581 m | 1,159 m - 1,403 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vertical Kilometer | Trail Running | 5.81 km | +865 m | 1,162 m - 1,525 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,312 m above sea level (+2,766 m D+, -2,766 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 1,735 m above sea level (+1,386 m D+, -1,386 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,156 m to 1,635 m above sea level (+1,140 m D+, -1,140 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,159 m to 1,403 m above sea level (+581 m D+, -581 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,162 m to 1,525 m above sea level (+865 m D+, -865 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Broken Arrow Skyrace take place?
The Broken Arrow Skyrace takes place in Squaw Valley, California, US (start area at coordinates 39.197° N, 120.2357° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at The Broken Arrow Skyrace?
The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 46K (42.5 km, +2,766 m D+), 23K (21.75 km, +1,386 m D+), 18K (18 km, +1,140 m D+), 11K (10.4 km, +581 m D+), and Vertical Kilometer (5.81 km, +865 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Broken Arrow Skyrace?
The main competition (46K over 42.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,766 m of elevation gain and -2,766 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,312 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 The Broken Arrow Skyrace?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (brokenarrowskyrace.com).