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Miwok 100K

  1. 2026 Edition
UTMB World Series3 Stones

62 miles through the iconic Marin Headlands, from Stinson Beach redwoods to coastal ridge lines

Directions
Registration OpensNovember 09, 2025
DeadlineApril 30, 2026
Calculate UTMB Lottery Odds3 Running Stones
This event took place on May 02, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When is Miwok 100K?

Miwok 100K takes place on May 02, 2026 in Stinson Beach, CA.

How long is Miwok 100K?

Miwok 100K is 62.2 miles with 11,500 ft of elevation gain.

Does Miwok 100K have a lottery?

No — Miwok 100K uses open registration; no lottery is required.

Is crew allowed at Miwok 100K?

Yes, crew is allowed at Miwok 100K. Sign in to Trailrace to see crew access for each aid station.

Are pacers allowed at Miwok 100K?

Yes, pacers are allowed at Miwok 100K.

Are drop bags allowed at Miwok 100K?

Yes, Miwok 100K allows drop bags.

How many aid stations does Miwok 100K have?

Miwok 100K has 9 aid stations along the course.

What is the cutoff time for Miwok 100K?

The overall cutoff for Miwok 100K is 15h30m. Per-aid-station cutoffs are available to signed-in Trailrace members.

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May 02, 2026
Saturday 5:00am PDT start
Stinson Beach, CA
United States
62.2 miles
Loop Course
11,500 ft
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Challenging
Some ultra experience recommended
Fills Up Fast
High demand — register as soon as possible
Links
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1996
Established
400
Field Size
68%
Finish Rate

What Makes It Great

The Miwok 100K is a 62-mile ultramarathon through the Marin Headlands just north of San Francisco, featuring over 11,500 feet of elevation gain across some of the most diverse and dramatic terrain in California. Runners start and finish at Stinson Beach Community Center, winding through coastal redwood forests, exposed ridge lines above the Pacific, and historic fire roads — all within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The race features nine aid stations, drop bags at Tennessee Valley (miles 13 and 26) and Randall Trailhead (mile 49.2), and crew access at three points. Pacers may join at Randall, with 13 miles to go. Now presenting-sponsored by The North Face, the event has been defined since its 1996 founding by strong community roots, sustainability leadership (cup-less since 2013), and a commitment to trail stewardship. Tight intermediate cutoffs — required by California State Parks permit — demand consistent pacing throughout.

Difficulty

Intermediate
5/10

Some ultra experience recommended

Technical Terrain
Steep Climbing
Technical Descent
Variable Weather
Night Running
Exposed Ridgeline
Strict Cutoffs
Sun Exposure

Race Highlights

Iconic Marin Headlands terrain
62 miles of coastal redwoods, exposed Pacific ridgelines, and sweeping views from the Golden Gate to Point Reyes
Nearly 30 years of unbroken female leadership
Founded in 1996 and directed exclusively by women — Kellie Sheehan, Tia Bodington, and now U.S. Olympian and Western States champion Magda Boulet
WS100 & UTMB Index qualifier
Earns qualification points for the 2027 Western States 100 lottery and counts as a UTMB 2026/2027 Index race at the 100K level
Permit-mandated strict cutoffs
California State Parks permit requires cutoffs at Randall (5:10 PM, mile 49) and Bolinas Ridge (6:50 PM, mile 56) to be strictly enforced — no exceptions
Sustainability-first since 2013
Cup-less for over a decade, 1% for the Planet member, and home to the Bridge to Trails initiative expanding BIPOC access to trail running

Finish Awards

Finisher Award
A finisher award is presented to all runners who complete the 62-mile course within the 15:30 time limit.

Miwok 100K

Stinson Beach, CA, United StatesMay 02, 2026

May 02, 2026
Course map for Miwok 100K
DistDistance62.2 mi
GainElevation Gain11,500 ft
LimitCutoff15.5 h
Terrain Technical Terrain
Steep ClimbingTechnical DescentVariable WeatherNight RunningExposed RidgelineStrict CutoffsSun Exposure

Entry Timeline

Registration OpensNovember 09, 2025
Registration DeadlineApril 30, 2026
Race DayMay 02, 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

Technical Difficulty5/10

Moderate trail conditions with some technical sections

62.2 mi
Distance
Loop
Route
15h30m
Cutoff Time
932 ft
Average Elevation
11,500 ft
Total Ascent
11,500 ft
Total Descent
1,827 ft
High Point
13 ft
Low Point
Course map
Launch Course Explorer

Aid Stations

LocationMileElevation
Start
Start
0.052 ft
Cardiac Outbound
Resource
2.81,358 ft
Muir Beach Outbound
Aid Station
8.016 ft
Tennessee Valley Outbound
Aid Station
13.0197 ft
Bridge View
Aid Station
18.6614 ft
Tennessee Valley Inbound
Aid Station
26.0151 ft
Muir Beach Inbound
Aid Station
30.313 ft
Cardiac Inbound
Aid Station
35.51,440 ft
Bolinas Ridge Outbound
Aid Station
42.51,503 ft
Randall Trailhead
Aid Station
49.2561 ft
Bolinas Ridge Inbound
Aid Station
55.91,532 ft
Finish
Finish
62.256 ft

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

No on-site camping available

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

  • Pacers may join at Randall Trail Aid Station (mile 49.2). Pacers must check in with the Aid Station Captain and sign a Pacer Waiver before departing with the runner. Pacers must stay with their runner at all times, may partake of food and drink at Bolinas Ridge Aid Station, but may not carry any of the runner's gear (no muling).

Crew Rules

  • Crews are permitted only at Tennessee Valley Aid Station (outbound, starting 6:30 a.m.), Muir Beach Aid Station (inbound, after 7:00 a.m.), and Randall Trail Aid Station (all day). Any crewing outside of designated stations results in disqualification.
Weather
Rapid Weather Changes

May race day conditions in the Marin Headlands can swing from hot and sunny to cold, foggy, drizzling, or torrential rain — sometimes all on the same day. Light jacket, sunscreen, and headlamp all strongly recommended.

High UV Exposure

Bolinas Ridge and the Marin Headlands offer long exposed sections with minimal shade. Sunscreen is strongly advised.

Gear Rules

Trekking poles allowed

Required Gear

No required gear specified

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

Race Reports

Miwok 100K 2024: Rain with Friends
By BRB Running • 2024
Miwok 100K 2023 Race Report
By Donner Party Mountain Runners • 2023
Miwok 100K Race Report
By Kyle Fulmer / Team RunRun • 2023

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Register•May 02, 2026