2026 Las Virgenes Canyon Ultra Trail Races
The 2026 Las Virgenes Canyon Ultra Trail Races take place on April 25, 2026, in Los Angeles (West Hills), California, at 25000 Victory Blvd, Las Virgenes Canyon. For late April in this region, participants can expect mild to warm spring weather, typically ranging from the mid-50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit with low humidity, though morning temperatures may be cooler and afternoon conditions warmer on exposed sections of the course. The event features a multi-loop trail format through rolling hills and technical terrain, with distances ranging from 6K to 100K, all designed around a central loop system for easy crew access and support.
What distances are available for this event?
- →6K with 465 ft elevation gain
- →12K with 912 ft elevation gain
- →30K (18.6 miles) with 2,289 ft elevation gain (2 loops of 12K + 1 loop of 6K)
- →54K (33.6 miles) with 4,113 ft elevation gain (4 loops of 12K + 1 loop of 6K)
- →84K (52.2 miles) with 6,384 ft elevation gain (7 loops of 12K)
- →100K (62.5 miles) with 7,761 ft elevation gain (8 loops of 12K + 1 loop of 6K)
What is the course description?
The course runs through Las Virgenes Canyon, featuring rolling hills, technical trails, and rewarding descents. All distances are built around a base 12K loop and a shorter 6K loop, stacked according to the target distance. The multi-loop format allows runners to return to a central area repeatedly, which is great for crew access.
Are there aid stations on the course?
Yes. For the 6K, there is an aid station at approximately mile 2.5, open until 10:30 AM. For the 12K, there are aid stations at approximately mile 3 and mile 5.5, both open until 10:30 AM. For longer distances (30K, 54K, 84K, 100K), aid stations are available throughout the course; specific details are provided in the runner guide.
Is this a cupless event?
Yes, this is a cupless event. Participants must bring their own bottle or hydration vessel.
What are the cutoff times?
For the 30K, 54K, 84K, and 100K distances, the overall cutoff time is 6:00 PM. For the 100K specifically, the final 6K loop must be started by 4:30 PM.
What is the venue location?
The event venue is located at 25000 Victory Blvd, Las Virgenes Canyon, Southern California, in Los Angeles (West Hills), United States.