SoCalUltraTrail – Tejon Ranch

SoCalTrail’s premier ultra distance event – across the untouched Tehachapi’s on California’s largest expanse of private land.

From the producers of the Bulldog Ultra and Pacifico Ultra comes SoCalTrail’s newest adventure!! Taking place entirely on Tejon Ranch, just 1-hour north of Los Angeles, 30 minutes from Bakersfield and conveniently off the 5 freeway, this is the only opportunity to explore these never-been-run trails preserved in time!!

Discover the world-class diversity of southern California through canyons, along creeks, over mountains and across rolling sagebrush plains. The course runs entirely on fire roads, and may encounter abundant wildlife populations from Rocky Mountain elk, wild turkey, California mule deer, wild boar, black bear, bobcat, coyotes, raptors, to cattle roaming the working ranch.

SoCalUltraTrail at Tejon Ranch covers a full spectrum of pristine eco biomes home to ancient 300-year old oaks, springtime poppy and wildflower blooms, as well as distant Joshua Trees. This one-of-a-kind trail running adventure offers spectacular views from the Tehachapi Mountain range of Mount Pinos in the Angeles National Forest to the high desert and central valley expanses. The 50k and 100k are an ultrarunner’s dream taking on the iconic Grapevine switchbacks, self-powered on two feet, high above the 5 Freeway, while the 11k and 25k explore the local foothills.

Four Exciting Race Distances
Choose from the Tehachapi 100k, the Grapevine 50k, the Castac Lake 25k and the foothills 11k courses. There’s something for everyone at all levels!!

Overnight Camping & Hotels
Reserve your spot and arrive early for overnight camping opportunities for tents, vans and RV’s. Local hotel partners will be announced soon with room discounts.

Finish Line Festival
Celebrate your finish with a hot cooked meals, beer garden (21+) and the sponsor hydration station. We’ve got everyone covered from pre-race coffee to late night munchies.

Spectators, Crew, Pacers
Reserve your pacer bibs for the climb up the Grapevine switchback and shuttle for the only aid station with crew and spectator parking access. Friends and family can be part of the adventure.

Rain, Shine or Snow
Grapevine Peak is one of the few, special locales in the Los Angeles area to occasionally receive snowfall, and just in case, we’re ready with heated aid stations, a finish festival party tent and warm, yummy food.

The SoCalUltraTrail experience includes:

• Race-day access to run the trails of Tejon Ranch and the famous Grapevine.
• Professionally organized event by SoCalTrail.
• Fully-marked course for daytime and night running.
• Live tracking to share on-course splits.
• Chip timing and same-day ultrasignup.com results.
• Real-time social media coverage on SoCalTrail Instagram
• Ultra-stocked aid stations staffed by local run clubs.
• Finish line announcers and music DJ at festival party.
• “Hydration Station” throughout the day with Long Run Coffee and Athletic Brewing
• Professional medical support and communications at every aid station.
• *Race shirts and event apparel, beer and food tickets, parking and shuttle passes, and pacer bibs are available for purchase when registering.

The Course

Both the 50k and 100k are demanding routes for seasoned ultra-marathoners seeking challenging outdoor experiences. 100k runners should be prepared to reach 6,150’ in elevation, while both ultra trail distances climb 3,200’ in 4.8 miles up the famous Grapevine switchbacks. Race day temperatures will typically range from the low 40’s to 60 degrees.