Ely Mountain Trail Race
Sun, Aug 2, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT
- Location
- Shaver Lake, CA
- Balsam Forebay, 93664
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Conquer challenging mountain trails and earn breathtaking Sierra views at this new race above Shaver Lake, featuring a King & Queen of the Mountain award.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveGreat for: runners who like a competitive edge, runners training for a serious effort
Discover the inaugural Ely Mountain Trail Race, a new mountain adventure above Shaver Lake. This event offers challenging climbs, including a significant ascent up Ely Mountain, rewarding runners with sweeping views of the Sierra and Shaver Lake. Both the 14K and 8K courses feature crisp mountain air and a mix of smooth singletrack and dirt roads for a thrilling descent. With a cap of 250 runners, it promises an intimate experience to break in these beautiful trails.
What to expect
- Expect significant climbs and rewarding descents on trail surfaces. - Enjoy crisp mountain air and sweeping views of the Sierra and Shaver Lake. - Receive a custom race shirt, finisher medal, and post-race food.
Standout details
- King & Queen of the Mountain award
- Custom race shirts
- Finisher medals
- Post-race food & refreshments
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 4.97 Miles
Sun, Aug 2, 8:00 AM PDT · From $54.00
Opens Oct 20, 2025, 11:38 AM PDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM PST
- 8.7 Miles
Sun, Aug 2, 8:00 AM PDT · From $54.00
Opens Oct 20, 2025, 11:38 AM PDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM PST
Vibe Check
Serious Test
Serious TestTrail + hills, warm-day exposure
- Mostly trail
- Warm season
- High altitude
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- —
From the organizer
Ely Mountain Trail Race – Shaver Lake, CA
14K (8.7mi) + 8K (4.9mi) | Balsam Forebay | Cooler temps. Hot trails.
We’re stoked to bring a brand new adventure to the San Joaquin Running Co lineup — and this one’s 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. You’ll 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 you’ve been missing
We’re capping this one at 250 runners, so don’t sleep on it — grab your spot and come break in these trails with us.
Also in this area
Similar vibe nearby
Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.
- The Great Bunny Hop – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half MarathonSat, Apr 4, 2026, 7:00 AM PDT · Long Beach, CA
- Santa Anita Derby Day 5KSat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT · Arcadia, CA
- ROARIN' THROUGH THE POCKET 5KSat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT · Sacramento, CA
- Merced River Canyon Run - Burma Grade and McCabe FlatSat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT · Briceburg, CA
Easier options nearby
Lower-difficulty races in the same state.