Pacifico Ultra 2026

The Pacifico Ultra 2026 is scheduled for May 30, 2026, in Palmdale, California, traversing the scenic terrain of the Angeles National Forest within the San Gabriel Mountains. Participants can expect a range of temperatures from the mid-50s to the mid-80s°F as they navigate high-altitude trails. The event offers two distinct trail running distances, moving through pine forests, sandy boulders, and mountain ridges with panoramic views of the Mojave Desert.

What distances are available for the Pacifico Ultra 2026?

• →50k Ultra Trail: 31.8 miles with 5,317' of elevation gain
• →21k / Half-Marathon Trail: 13.1 miles with 2,293' of elevation gain

What is the race day schedule?

• →5:00am: Parking lot opens
• →5:15am: Shuttles begin
• →5:30am: Race day registration & check-in
• →7:30am: 50k Start
• →8:00am: Half-Marathon Start
• →9:30am: Athlete food served
• →11:30am: Half-Marathon Awards
• →1:30pm: 50k Awards
• →5:30pm: Course closed

What are the course details and terrain?

The routes begin at approximately 5,000' elevation, with most running between 5,600' and 7,100'. The terrain consists of a mix of technical singletrack, mountainside truck trails, and paved road sections. The 50k is a full loop through the San Gabriels that summits Pacifico twice, while the Half-Marathon is a punchy out-and-back route that climbs to the Pacifico Summit and back. Official routes can be viewed via Footpath ↗ for the 50k and Footpath ↗ for the Half-Marathon.

What are the aid stations and cutoffs for the 50k distance?

• →Mile 4.6: Pacifico Saddle
• →Mile 6.4: Pacifico Summit 1 (10:00am cutoff)
• →Mile 7.9: Pacifico Saddle 2
• →Mile 11.1: Alder Saddle 1 (11:00am cutoff)
• →Mile 14.9: Three Points (Drop Bags allowed) (12:15pm cutoff)
• →Mile 20.7: Alder Saddle 2 (1:55pm cutoff)
• →Mile 23.9: Pacifico Saddle 3
• →Mile 25.4: Pacifico Summit 2 (3:50pm cutoff)
• →Mile 27.1: Pacifico Saddle 4 (4:30pm cutoff)
• →Mile 31.8: Finish (5:30pm cutoff)

What are the aid stations and cutoffs for the Half-Marathon?

• →Mile 4.6: Pacifico Saddle
• →Mile 7.0: Pacifico Summit (3:50pm cutoff)
• →Mile 8.5: Pacifico Saddle (4:30pm cutoff)
• →Finish: (5:30pm cutoff)

What prizes and special awards are offered?

• →$500 Course Record Bonus (Current records: Ellie Baxter 5:17:38 W / Anthony Fagundes 4:11:07 M)
• →Sterling Silver Ticket: Top 2 Male & Top 2 Female 50k finishers receive guaranteed entry into the 2026 Angeles Crest 100 Mile (runners responsible for entry fee + 8 hours trail work)
• →50k Overall Winners: Free flights + entry to Mar a Mar ↗ stage race across the Baja Peninsula
• →Half-Marathon Overall Winners: Entry to Mar a Mar ↗ + invite to SoCalTrail Season Finale (Crystal Cove, Dec 12, 2026)
• →Podium Awards: Overall 1/2/3 and Age Group podiums (F/M/NB) for both distances

What age categories are used for awards?

Awards are presented for the following age groups:

• →U20
• →20-29
• →30-39
• →40-49
• →50-59
• →60-69
• →70+

What is included for finishers?

• →Handcrafted, locally-made finisher medals (Trail Half & 50k Ultra)
• →Free course photography
• →Local tacos (vegan option available)
• →Hot & iced coffee
• →Sports massage by VFE
• →Finish line announcer and music
• →Same-day results

Are there any specific race rules or requirements?

• →This is a CUPLESS race; all participants must bring their own cup or vessel.
• →Official navigation is provided via Footpath ↗.