Ultra Running Hub Calico Ghost Town, CA, United States · Sunday, January 24, 2027
Fixed Distance 50K
Calico Trail Run 50 km
78 days away
50 km Distance
1,070 m Climbing
4.1 Grit · Challenging
What the course asks
Climbing rate 21 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Field size ~94 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, January
Daytime high 14°C
Night low 2°C
Rainfall Dry — rain unlikely
Daylight 10 h 15 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for January — NASA POWER, grid elevation 842 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 1,070 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes21 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles1,070 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
50K mostly dirt roads and trails - Very Runnable. Beautiful scenery and overlooks.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.