Cerro Gordo Silver Run

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!

Are you tough enough to race up a mountain road built for mule trains and silver barons?

Join us for a legendary race in the Eastern Sierra - an 8-mile uphill battle climbing 4,600 vertical feet to the historic ghost town of Cerro Gordo, once the richest silver mine in California.

This is not your average run.
This is a gut-check. A pilgrimage. A challenge against time, gravity, and yourself.

The infamous Cerro Gordo Road was carved out in 1865 to shuttle silver down from the mountains. Now, once a year, runners race back up - chasing glory, chasing ghosts, and chasing history.

When you summit the town, the day’s just beginning. Cross the finish line and celebrate with:
– A giant mountaintop BBQ
– Live music and games
– Self-guided exploration of the abandoned town
– And a well-earned sense of triumph.

What’s included:
- Aid stations every mile stocked with fuel and encouragement
- A limited-edition Silver Run 2026 shirt and finishers medal
- Shuttle vans for the ride back down
- Eternal bragging rights: the winner’s name is engraved in silver and enshrined in Cerro Gordo’s history

Last year’s winning time: 1:14:04 by Jacob Banta
Think you’ve got what it takes to beat it?

There’s no time limit. Whether you finish in 1 hour or 5, this mountain has room for all. We’ve had teenagers run with their parents. We’ve had an 81-year-old cross the finish line. All are welcome - as long as you're willing to dig deep and climb.

Check out the 2025 race results:
https://my.raceresult.com/341872/results

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

Camping & Lodging

Our neighbor is providing camping spots available in Keeler, CA, less than 1/4 mile from the starting line, available for $20/spot. These will have restrooms available at the campground area. This is by far the cheapest and closest accommodation option. 

Otherwise, Lone Pine, CA is 15 miles from the starting line and has a wide variety of hotels, motels, RV parks, and more. 

Another option is BLM Land camping. There is a lot of BLM land around and you can camp there for free for up to 14 days. Google "BLM camping" for more information. 

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

Join fellow runners on May 23, 2026 for the Cerro Gordo Silver Run. It's a fantastic 12.9K featuring a flat and fast course in Keeler.