3-mile summit assault up the Dragon's Back to 11,053ft
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A pure uphill sprint from Twin Lakes Basin to the summit of Mammoth Mountain, following the exposed Dragon's Back Trail through high-altitude terrain. Starting at 8,500 feet from the Tamarack Lodge bridge, the course gains 2,400 feet over 3 miles to top out at 11,053 feet. There are no aid stations — just the mountain, cowbells from spectators along the ridge, and a summit party of donuts and music awaiting finishers before a gondola ride back down.
Some ultra experience recommended
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United StatesSeptember 25, 2026
| Location | Mile | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Start: Twin Lakes Bridge Start | 0.0 | 8,579 ft |
Finish: Summit Finish | 3.0 | 11,027 ft |
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Race climbs from 8,500ft to 11,053ft — acclimatize before race day
Mountain weather can change rapidly; carry extra layers
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