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Lake Sonoma 100K

Basic Listing
  1. Trail Sisters LLC
  2. 2026 Edition

A relentless wine country singletrack odyssey and Western States qualifier

Directions
Registration OpensOctober 01, 2025
DeadlineApril 10, 2026
This event took place on April 11, 2026

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All trail races in California→
April 11, 2026
Saturday 5:00am PDT start
Geyserville, CA
United States
62.1 miles
Out and Back Course
15,000 ft
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Very Challenging
Experienced ultrarunners
Links
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2008
Established

What Makes It Great

The TERREX Lake Sonoma 100k charges through 15,000 feet of elevation gain on 95% singletrack through California wine country, opening with a sunrise summit climb to Pritchett Peak before looping the classic Lake Sonoma out-and-back. Renowned for its relentless rolling terrain through madrone groves, lakeside trails, and creek crossings, this Western States qualifier draws one of the most competitive ultra fields in North America. Eight full aid stations and five water stops support runners through a remote reservoir environment with spotty cell service and long stretches between crew access points.

Difficulty

Advanced
7/10

Experienced ultrarunners

Steep Climbing
Technical Terrain
Night Running
Remote Terrain
No Pacers

Race Highlights

Pritchett Peak sunrise summit
Opens with a demanding climb to a panoramic summit before looping the classic lakeside course
15,000 ft of climbing on 95% singletrack
Relentless rolling hills through madrone groves, creek crossings, and lakeside trails from start to finish
Western States qualifier
Finish under 19 hours to earn a 2027 Western States Endurance Run lottery qualifier
Elite-tier competition since 2008
Consistently ranked among the most competitive ultra fields in the US, attracting runners from 25+ countries
Wine bottle finisher award
Custom bottle of Wilson Winery wine awaits every finisher at the festival finish line in wine country

Finish Awards

Finisher Award
Custom bottle of wine from Wilson Winery (or non-alcoholic option). Race gift and tote bag for all starters.

Lake Sonoma 100K

Geyserville, CA, United StatesApril 11, 2026

April 11, 2026
Course map for Lake Sonoma 100K
DistDistance62.1 mi
GainElevation Gain15,000 ft
LimitCutoff19 h
Steep ClimbingNight RunningRemote TerrainNo Pacers

Entry Timeline

Registration OpensOctober 01, 2025
Registration DeadlineApril 10, 2026
Race DayApril 11, 2026

Lottery

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

Qualifier

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

Service Requirement

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

Terrain

Surface Types
Singletrack95%
Pavement5%
62.1 mi
Distance
Out and Back
Route
19h
Cutoff Time
676 ft
Average Elevation
15,000 ft
Total Ascent
15,000 ft
Total Descent
1,148 ft
High Point
243 ft
Low Point
Course map
Launch Course Explorer

Aid Stations

LocationMileElevation
Start
Start
0.0230 ft
Pritchett Peak
Aid Station
5.81,713 ft
Woodridge
Aid Station
11.4240 ft
South Lake
Aid Station
12.7807 ft
Island View
Aid Station
17.3515 ft
Warm Springs
Aid Station
24.2499 ft
Wulfow
Aid Station
29.6787 ft
Liberty Glen
Aid Station
32.31,093 ft
Lone Rock
Aid Station
36.61,155 ft
Liberty Glen
Aid Station
40.91,047 ft
Wulfow
Aid Station
43.6705 ft
Warm Springs
Aid Station
49.0607 ft
Island View
Aid Station
55.9515 ft
South Lake
Aid Station
60.5230 ft
Finish
Finish
62.1226 ft

Sign in to see cutoffs, crew access, drop bags, and services for every aid station.

On-Site Camping Available

Vehicle and tent camping permitted Friday and Saturday nights right next to the start/finish at the Lake Sonoma Visitor Center. No reservation required. Cars and Sprinter-style vans only in the lot — no trailers, tow-behinds, or pop-outs. Tent camping in designated areas only. Quiet hours 9pm–4am.

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

No Pacers Allowed

Crew Rules

  • Crew allowed at South Lake Trailhead (outbound only), Warm Springs, and Liberty Glen aid stations. Cell service is spotty — print crew driving directions in advance and arrive with a full tank of gas.
Weather
Heat Training Recommended

April temperatures in the Dry Creek Valley can reach 75–85°F; exposed lakeside sections offer limited shade in afternoon hours.

Rapid Weather Changes

Spring conditions can include cold foggy mornings and rapid afternoon warming — dress in layers for the 5am start.

Gear Rules

No trekking poles

Required Gear

No required gear specified

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

Featured Videos

Stephen Kersh - 2025 Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Winner - Post Race Interview
Stephen Kersh - 2025 Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Winner - Post Race Interview
Mountain Outpost•2025
Tara Dower - Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Finish & Post Race Interview
Tara Dower - Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Finish & Post Race Interview
Mountain Outpost•2025

Race Reports

2024 Lake Sonoma 50 Race Report
By Joseph Barrett • 2024
Lake Sonoma 50 Race Recap & Recommendations
By Believe in the Run • 2024
2023 Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Results: Victory for Drew Holmen and Erin Clark
By iRunFar • 2023

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Register•April 11, 2026