Ely Mountain Trail Race
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Past event
8:00 AM PDT
Shaver Lake, California
$69.90 · 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the inaugural Ely Mountain Trail Race on Sunday, August 2, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Shaver Lake, Fresno, California! This exciting event offers two race distances: a challenging 14K (8.7 miles) with a heart-pounding climb of approximately 1,800 feet, including a steep ascent up Ely Mountain, and a more accessible 8K (4.9 miles) featuring 800 feet of elevation gain. Both courses promise breathtaking views of the Sierra, Shaver Lake, and the surrounding valleys, making every step an adventure to remember.
With only 250 spots available, this race is sure to fill up quickly, so don’t miss your chance to join in the mountain vibes! Participants will enjoy custom race shirts, finisher medals, podium awards, and delicious post-race food and refreshments. Plus, there will be a special award for the King & Queen of the Mountain for the fastest segment times to the summit. Embrace the cooler mountain air while tackling these thrilling trails—mark your calendars and secure your spot for a day of adventure and camaraderie in the great outdoors!
With only 250 spots available, this race is sure to fill up quickly, so don’t miss your chance to join in the mountain vibes! Participants will enjoy custom race shirts, finisher medals, podium awards, and delicious post-race food and refreshments. Plus, there will be a special award for the King & Queen of the Mountain for the fastest segment times to the summit. Embrace the cooler mountain air while tackling these thrilling trails—mark your calendars and secure your spot for a day of adventure and camaraderie in the great outdoors!
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Races
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Ely Mountain Trail Race 14k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Event Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM PDT
$69.90
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Ely Mountain Trail Race 8k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Event Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM PDT
$69.90
Organiser's description
Ely Mountain Trail Race Shaver Lake, CA
14K (8.7mi) + 8K (4.9mi) | Balsam Forebay | Cooler temps. Hot trails.
Were stoked to bring a brand new adventure to the San Joaquin Running Co lineup and this ones a beauty. Join us in the mountains above Shaver Lake for the first-ever Ely Mountain Trail Race, where crisp air, big climbs, and epic views are all on the menu.
The 14K course brings the heat with about 1,800 feet of climbing, including a 1,000 ascent up Ely Mountain. Youll earn sweeping views of the Sierra, Shaver Lake, and the valley below then fly down some smooth and fast singletrack and dirt roads back to the finish.
The 8K hits a slightly easier route to the top but still climbs about 800 feet, with all the mountain vibes and finish line feels.
Special Award for King & Queen of the Mountain fastest segment times to the top of Ely!
Custom race shirts
Finisher medals + podium awards
Post-race food + refreshments
All the crisp mountain air youve been missing
Were capping this one at 250 runners, so dont sleep on it grab your spot and come break in these trails with us.
14K (8.7mi) + 8K (4.9mi) | Balsam Forebay | Cooler temps. Hot trails.
Were stoked to bring a brand new adventure to the San Joaquin Running Co lineup and this ones a beauty. Join us in the mountains above Shaver Lake for the first-ever Ely Mountain Trail Race, where crisp air, big climbs, and epic views are all on the menu.
The 14K course brings the heat with about 1,800 feet of climbing, including a 1,000 ascent up Ely Mountain. Youll earn sweeping views of the Sierra, Shaver Lake, and the valley below then fly down some smooth and fast singletrack and dirt roads back to the finish.
The 8K hits a slightly easier route to the top but still climbs about 800 feet, with all the mountain vibes and finish line feels.
Special Award for King & Queen of the Mountain fastest segment times to the top of Ely!
Custom race shirts
Finisher medals + podium awards
Post-race food + refreshments
All the crisp mountain air youve been missing
Were capping this one at 250 runners, so dont sleep on it grab your spot and come break in these trails with us.
Location
Balsam Forebay, Shaver Lake, 93664, CA, United States
Ely Mountain Trail Race
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