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Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB
Race Details:
- Location: Auburn, CA, United States
- Race Date: 04/24/2027
- Race Distances: 100 Kilometer, 100 Mile, 50 Kilometer, Half Marathon, Ultra Marathon
What This Race Counts Toward:
Western States 100: Yes
UTMB Index: Yes
Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB Description
Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB takes place each April in Auburn, California, sharing much of its course with the Western States 100 trail through the rugged canyons above the American River. The event offers 100-mile, 100K, 50K, and 25K distances, with the 100K serving as a Western States 100 Super Golden Ticket race and every distance counting toward the UTMB World Series Finals. Steep canyon climbs and descents make for one of the more demanding courses in the region, drawing a deep, competitive field each spring.
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Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB Additional Details:
Sharing terrain with the Western States 100 course gives Canyons a certain mystique, and the steep, repeated climbs in and out of the American River canyons make it a serious test even for experienced mountain runners. Because the race draws such a competitive international field through the UTMB World Series, aid stations and crew areas can be busy, especially around the popular access points near Auburn. Late April weather in the Sierra foothills usually means cool mornings that warm quickly once the sun hits the canyon walls, so runners should plan for a wide temperature range over the course of the day. With direct qualifying implications for both the Western States 100 lottery and UTMB Finals, Canyons draws a notably deep and motivated field for a spring ultra.
Course Information
Profile: Very Hilly
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Trails
Pace Groups: No
Time Limit: 35 hr (100M), 20 hr (100K)
# of Finishers
Half Marathon: 311 finishers - 25K distance (2026)
50K: 614 finishers (2026)
100K: 539 finishers (2026)
100 Mile: 152 finishers (2026)
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: 18,200 ft (100M), 12,300 ft (100K), 5,600 ft (50K)
Elevation Loss: 18,200 ft (100M), 12,300 ft (100K), 5,600 ft (50K)
Average Temperature
- Low: 46°F
- High: 67°F
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Things to Do in Auburn, CA, United States
Make the most of race weekend — here’s how to fill the time before and after you cross the finish line.
Sports & Entertainment
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Catch a car show, music festival, or the annual Gold Country Fair at the Auburn fairgrounds — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend an afternoon in town.
Scenic Drives & Viewpoints
Lake Clementine Trail
Follow the 3-mile Lake Clementine Trail along the North Fork American River for canyon views and a historic dam — an easy, scenic option for tired legs after race day.
Food & Drink
Placer County Wine & Ale Trail
Sip Sierra Foothills wine and craft beer from local wineries and breweries along Auburn’s Wine & Ale Trail — a relaxed, low-key way to celebrate the finish line.
Outdoors & Trails
Auburn State Recreation Area
Hike a stretch of the legendary Western States Trail through Gold Rush-era canyon country in the Auburn State Recreation Area — choose an easy section if you’re tapering or recovering.
Arts & Culture
Old Town Auburn Galleries & State Theatre
Wander Old Town’s 1850s storefronts turned galleries and catch a show at the 1940s State Theatre, where miners once gathered — a relaxed, low-impact evening option.
Shopping
Old Town Auburn Shops
Browse antique shops and boutiques inside Old Town Auburn’s preserved 1850s Gold Rush storefronts — an easy, flat stroll that’s gentle on tired legs after race weekend.
Museums & History
Gold Country Museum
Browse Gold Rush artifacts, Native American exhibits, and Placer County history at this free museum inside an 1851 courthouse — an easy, air-conditioned stop for recovering runners after race day.
Landmark
Auburn Firehouse Clock Tower
Snap a photo beneath the 1891 clock tower atop the historic Auburn Firehouse, Old Town’s beloved landmark and symbol — a quick, flat stop right downtown.
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