Marathon

Wild Wild West Marathon

Wild Wild West Marathon crosses high-desert trail beneath the eastern Sierra, delivering a rugged Lone Pine race with Alabama Hills scenery.

Next race2027 date TBD
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationLone Pine, California
Boston qualifierNo
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • Approximately 26.6 miles
  • About 3,000 feet of vertical gain
  • Eastern Sierra and Alabama Hills scenery
  • High-desert trail marathon

About the Wild Wild West Marathon

Lone Pine's spring trail weekend includes this distinctive marathon beside the Sierra Nevada. The full stands on its own within a program that also offers 10-mile, 50K and 50-mile challenges.

Course

The approximately 26.6-mile route runs through high-desert terrain around Lone Pine and the Alabama Hills, gaining roughly 3,000 feet. Loose footing, exposure and climbing make it a trail race first.

Race-day weather

May in the Owens Valley can start cool and become hot, sunny and dry, while mountain wind changes conditions quickly. Sun protection and disciplined hydration are essential in the exposed desert.

Past Wild Wild West Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Saturday, May 2, 2026CompletedOpen results

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When is the Wild Wild West Marathon?

We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Wild Wild West Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

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