Cerro Gordo Silver Run

Saturday. May 23, 2026 | Start Time: 8:00 AM | Check-in by 6:30 AM (Camping & lodging info at the bottom of this description) Check out the video recap from this past year for more context! Are you tough enough to race up a mountain road built for mule trains and silver barons? Join us for a legendary race in the Eastern Sierra - an 8-mile uphill battle climbing 4,600 vertical feet to the historic ghost town of Cerro Gordo, once the richest silver mine in California. This is not your average run. This is a gut-check. A pilgrimage. A challenge against time, gravity, and yourself. The infamous Cerro Gordo Road was carved out in 1865 to shuttle silver down from the mountains. Now, once a year, runners race back up - chasing glory, chasing ghosts, and chasing history. When you summit the town, the day’s just beginning. Cross the finish line and celebrate with: – A giant mountaintop BBQ – Live music and games – Self-guided exploration of the abandoned town – And a well-earned sense of triumph. What’s included: - Aid stations every mile stocked with fuel and encouragement - A limited-edition Silver Run 2026 shirt and finishers medal - Shuttle vans for the ride back down - Eternal bragging rights: the winner’s name is engraved in silver and enshrined in Cerro Gordo’s history Last year’s winning time: 1:14:04 by Jacob Banta Think you’ve got what it takes to beat it? There’s no time limit. Whether you finish in 1 hour or 5, this mountain has room for all. We’ve had teenagers run with their parents. We’ve had an 81-year-old cross the finish line. All are welcome - as long as you're willing to dig deep and climb. Check out the 2025 race results: https://my.raceresult.com/341872/results Don’t miss the most epic footrace in California. This is all happening: Saturday. May 23, 2026 Come run for the silver. Camping & Lodging Our neighbor is providing camping spots available in Keeler, CA, less than 1/4 mile from the starting line, available for $20/spot. These will hav