Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB 2026
October 9, 2026
Rim Nordic Ski Area (100M start) / The Village of Big Bear Lake (finish & other starts) · Rim Nordic Ski Area, US
About
HOKA Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB is a rustic mountain trail race weekend near Big Bear Lake, California, featuring five distances that climb Sugarloaf Mountain and cruise the Skyline trail with views of the lake. Runners pass through high desert, sub-alpine, and semi-arid terrain, and the event doubles as a dual qualifier for the UTMB World Series Finals and the Western States Endurance Run.
Pick your distance
Everything below adapts to your choice
Start
Rim Nordic Ski Area (100M start) / The Village of Big Bear Lake (finish & other starts)
Start time
2026-10-09 13:00
Entry fee
USD 145 (sold out at base tier); UTMB Cares Bib USD 828
Weather
Sunny 17°C
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Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB 2026
Your readiness
Top finishers
- 1Hayden🇺🇸16:40:37
- 2Joe🇺🇸17:01:32
- 3Jhon🇨🇴17:29:53
Why this race
- Listed on the official UTMB World Series calendar.
Pack this
- Waterproof jacket with hood plus warm mid-layer for cold night sections
- Headlamp with fresh batteries and a backup light for overnight running
- Collapsible soft cup, whistle and emergency blanket per UTMB kit rules
- Two soft flasks or 1.5L bladder plus electrolyte tabs for dry mountain air
- Photo ID and signed waiver for bib pickup, plus drop-bag labels
What you should know
- Courses run near 2,000-2,700m around Big Bear Lake; arrive early to acclimatise and pace the climbs conservatively.
- UTMB events enforce a mandatory kit list with spot checks; missing items can mean a penalty.
- Sunny 17C days can drop near freezing overnight, so carry layers even if the start feels warm.
- Aid stations are cupless; you must carry your own cup or soft flask to be served.
- Respect intermediate cutoffs and drop-bag deadlines; sweepers pull runners behind time at checkpoints.
The information shown here is based on the most recent listing we could find, and may change. Always confirm details on the event's official site before registering.