Cerro Gordo Silver Run 2027

Cerro Gordo Silver Run 2027

Saturday, May 29, 2027 | Start: 7:00 AM | Check-in by 6:00 AM

8 miles | 4,600 ft of vertical gain | Keeler, CA → Cerro Gordo

Race Overview

• Legendary Challenge: 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.
• Unique Experience: This is not your average run. This is a gut-check. A pilgrimage. A challenge against time, gravity, and yourself.
• Historic Route: 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.
• Feel the Glory: Chase glory, chase ghosts, and chase history.

What Happens at the Top

• Food & Drink: A giant mountaintop BBQ with mains, sides, and drinks.
• Entertainment: Live music and games.
• Exploration: Self-guided exploration of the abandoned town.
• Triumph: A well-earned sense of triumph.

What's Included with Your Entry

• Support: Aid stations every mile, stocked with fuel and encouragement.
• Merchandise: A limited-edition Silver Run 2027 shirt and finisher's medal.
• BBQ: Mountaintop BBQ (mains, sides, drinks).
• Transportation: Shuttle vans for the ride back down.

The Bar to Beat

• Winning Time: 2026 winning time: 1:18:26 by Garrett Patrick.
• Challenge Yourself: Think you’ve got what it takes?
• Results: See the full 2026 results: 2026 Race Results.

For Everyone, Not Just the Fastest

• No Time Limit: There’s no time limit. Whether you finish in 1 hour or 5, this mountain has room for all.
• Inclusive Event: We’ve had teenagers run alongside their parents.
• Participation: We’ve had two 82-year-olds cross the finish line in the same year.
• Encouragement: All are welcome — as long as you’re willing to dig deep and climb.

Camping & Lodging

• Keeler Camping: Our neighbor offers camping spots in Keeler, CA, less than a quarter mile from the starting line, for $20/spot. Restrooms available on site.
• Lone Pine, CA: A wide range of hotels, motels, and RV parks available, just 15 miles away.
• BLM Land: Plenty of BLM land in the area allows free camping for up to 14 days.
• Parking: Multiple lots in Keeler will be available the morning of the race, with shuttle buses for the ride back down after the event.

Spectators

• Family & Friends: Bring your family and friends to cheer you on.
• Shuttle Service: Spectators ride up the mountain in our shuttle vans before the race begins.
• Passes: Spectator passes are $30 and include the shuttle ride and mountaintop BBQ.

For more details, visit the race page: Cerro Gordo Silver Run 2027.