Cerro Gordo Silver Run

🏔️ Cerro Gordo Silver Run 2026

Saturday, May 23, 2026 | Start Time: 8:00 AM | Check-in by 6:30 AM
(Camping & lodging info at the bottom of this description)

Check out the video recap from this past year for more context!

🚶‍♂️ Race Overview

• Challenge: Are you tough enough to race up a mountain road built for mule trains and silver barons?
• Distance: Join us for an 8-mile uphill battle climbing 4,600 vertical feet to the historic ghost town of Cerro Gordo.
• Significance: This is not your average run. This is a gut-check. A pilgrimage.
• History: The infamous Cerro Gordo Road was carved out in 1865 to shuttle silver down from the mountains.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

• Celebration: Cross the finish line and celebrate with a giant mountaintop BBQ.
• Activities: Enjoy live music and games.
• Exploration: Self-guided exploration of the abandoned town.
• Achievement: Experience a well-earned sense of triumph.

🎁 What’s Included

• Support: Aid stations every mile stocked with fuel and encouragement.
• Merchandise: A limited-edition Silver Run 2026 shirt and finishers medal.
• Transportation: Shuttle vans for the ride back down.
• Recognition: Winner’s name is engraved in silver and enshrined in Cerro Gordo’s history.

⏱️ Previous Results

• Winning Time: Last year’s winning time: 1:14:04 by Jacob Banta.
• Challenge: Think you’ve got what it takes to beat it?
• Inclusivity: There’s no time limit - all are welcome as long as you're willing to dig deep and climb.
• Age Range: From teenagers to an 81-year-old, we've had them all cross the finish line!

📅 Don't Miss Out

Don’t miss the most epic footrace in California.
This is all happening: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Come run for the silver.

🏕️ Camping & Lodging

• Camping: Our neighbor is providing camping spots available in Keeler, CA, less than 1/4 mile from the starting line, available for $20/spot.
• Facilities: These will have restrooms available at the campground area.
• Hotels: Lone Pine, CA is 15 miles from the starting line and has a wide variety of hotels, motels, RV parks, and more.
• BLM Land: Camp for free on BLM land for up to 14 days - Google "BLM camping" for more information.

🚗 Parking Information

There will be multiple parking lots available in Keeler, CA the day of the race to leave your cars. Volunteers will be on site to direct you. After the race, you will be brought down by shuttle bus back to these parking lots.