Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
Palm Springs, CA
Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
1 Tram Way, Palm Springs CA
56–75°F · low rain risk
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2025
54–69°F
dry
2024
56–68°F
dry
2023
63–86°F
dry
2022
56–73°F
dry
2021
50–71°F
dry
2020
66–88°F
dry
2019
55–73°F
dry
2018
48–64°F
dry
2017
62–85°F
dry
2016
55–69°F
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA
- Distance: 3.7 miles
- Elevation Gain: Almost 2,000 feet
Race Description
Take on the Challenge! At the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge, you'll climb almost 2,000 feet from the desert to the mountains in just 3.7 miles! You'll start at the intersection of Tram Way and Highway 111, with stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains in front of you and the Coachella Valley behind. Choose to run your way up or take it easy for a nice uphill walk.
Post-Race Festival
- Activities: Enjoy a festival with food, drink, booths, entertainment and awards for the winners.
- Finisher Perks: All participants receive a stylish finisher medal, cool race t-shirt, tasty post-race food and drink, and a bus ride back down the hill!
- Awards: Awards for the top three in each age group will be given out to those registered in the Awards Eligible category.
- Timing: Everyone will be professionally timed!
Get Involved
Sign up today and get ready to take on the challenge of a lifetime! For more information and registration, visit Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge.
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