Shadow of the Giants 50k & 20k Run

🏞️ Event Information

36th Annual Shadow of the Giants 20k & 50k
Experience the Magic of the Sierra National Forest
Join us for the 36th Annual Shadow of the Giants 20k & 50k, an unforgettable race through the scenic and historic trails of the Sierra National Forest.

⏰ Schedule and Time Limits

• Time Limit for 50k: 8 hours - 9 hours with an Early Start
• 50k Start Time: 7:00 AM
• 20k Start Time: 7:15 AM
• Early Starts Available: 6:00 AM (Early starters are not eligible for overall awards, they are eligible for Age Group Awards)

🐾 Important Guidelines

• Notice: Pets are not allowed on the trail, so please leave your furry friends at home.
• No pacers.
• No dogs.
• Poles: Poles are permitted.

🍝 Pre-Race Accommodations and Dinner

For those interested, we are offering the option to stay onsite the night before the race on Friday, June 6th at Camp Green Meadows in the dorms. Additionally, join us for our traditional pre-race lasagna dinner on Friday, June 5th at approximately 5:45 PM in the Green Meadows Dining Hall.

🚰 Aid Stations

Aid Stations located roughly 5-7 miles apart, will be well-stocked with food, Gels, Electrolyte drink, water, Coca-Cola, ginger ale, and a variety of sweet and salty snacks.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

After the race, you’re invited to hang out at Green Meadows to cheer on fellow runners. Post-race food and beverages will be provided in the Dining Hall. Bring a chair, a pop-up tent or umbrella, and enjoy the camaraderie.

📅 BIB Pickup

• When: Friday, June 5th
• Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
• Where: Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School in Fish Camp, CA, in the Cafeteria
• Race Day Bib Pick-Up: Saturday, June 6th from 5:40 AM - 6:45 AM at Cafeteria

🏕️ Staying at Camp Green Meadows

• Arrival: Do not arrive before 1:15 PM on Friday, June 5th
• Check-In: Begins at 1:30 PM in the Cafeteria. Bunks are first-come, first-served.
• Facilities: Showers and restrooms available onsite.
• Trash: All trash must be removed before departure.

🍽️ Pre-Race Dinner

If you’ve purchased a ticket for our pre-race dinner, it will start around 5:45 PM - 6:00 PM in the Cafeteria at Camp Green Meadows. The dinner will include lasagna, salad, bread, and drinks. No additional tickets will be sold as meals are prepared based on pre-orders.

🅿️ Parking Guidelines

• Do Not Block Roadways: Ensure clear access in and out of Green Meadows.
• Parking Locations: Park on the shoulder of the camp entrance or on the dirt road shoulder just before the camp entrance.
• Alternative Parking: You may park off Jackson Road near the final turn down onto the single track that leads to the finish line.
• Changing Distances: You may switch to the 20k distance at any time up until race day.

🕒 Course Cutoff

The cutoff time for completing the 50k course is 3:00 PM. Early starters (6:00 AM start) have until 3:00 PM to finish, giving them a total of 9 hours.

📅 Race Day Start Times

50k Early Start: 6:00 AM (Please be self-sufficient until Aid Station #2)
50k Regular Start: 7:00 AM
20k Start: 7:15 AM

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page.