Shadow of the Giants 50K
Shadow of the Giants sends 50K runners through Sierra National Forest trails, with spaced aid, an eight-hour cutoff and early-start option for late finishers.
Quick facts
- Sierra National Forest trail 50K.
- Aid stations roughly five to seven miles apart.
- Eight-hour standard cutoff and nine-hour early-start window.
- No pacers; poles are permitted.
About the Shadow of the Giants 50K
This long-running California 50K is based at Camp Green Meadows near Fish Camp. Sierra forest scenery and a traditional small-race setup give it a clear identity beyond the distance itself.
Course
The trail course runs under a Sierra National Forest permit, with aid stations roughly five to seven miles apart. Regular starters receive eight hours, while an early start expands the available time to nine.
Race-day weather
Early June in the Sierra can start cool before warming quickly in exposed sections. Elevation, dry air and long gaps between aid make carried fluids important.
Past Shadow of the Giants 50K dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, June 5, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
Shadow of the Giants 50K FAQ
When is the Shadow of the Giants 50K?
The 2027 Shadow of the Giants 50K is on Saturday, June 5, 2027.
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