The Badwater Salton Sea is a grueling 81-mile (130-kilometer) ultramarathon that challenges teams of two or three runners to race together from Salton City, California, at 234 feet below sea level, to the summit of Palomar Mountain, which stands at 5,500 feet. The course features a mix of road and trail terrains, including an eight-mile stretch through Anza-Borrego Desert State Park on the California Riding and Hiking Trail, with over 9,000 feet of elevation gain. Unlike traditional ultramarathons, this event requires teammates to stay together for the entire race, emphasizing teamwork, endurance, and strategy. Part of the Badwater Ultra Series, it is considered one of the most demanding endurance challenges in the world, testing runners with extreme temperature shifts, long ascents, and remote, rugged landscapes. The race offers a rare and rewarding experience for those seeking the ultimate test of physical and mental resilience.
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On April 26-27, 2025, the Badwater Salton Sea challenges teams of two or three runners to conquer an 81-mile course from Salton City to Palomar Mountain, with a staggering 9,000 feet (2,740 meters) of elevation gain. Organized by AdventureCORPS®, Inc., this grueling race pushes athletes through scorching desert heat, rugged trails, and high-altitude climbs, making it one of the most demanding endurance challenges in ultrarunning.
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What is the Badwater Salton Sea?
How long is the Badwater Salton Sea?
Where does the Badwater Salton Sea take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Salton Sea?
How can I prepare for the Badwater Salton Sea?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Salton Sea?
On April 26-27, 2025, the Badwater Salton Sea challenges teams of two or three runners to conquer an 81-mile course from Salton City to Palomar Mountain, with a staggering 9,000 feet (2,740 meters) of elevation gain. Organized by AdventureCORPS®, Inc., this grueling race pushes athletes through scorching desert heat, rugged trails, and high-altitude climbs, making it one of the most demanding endurance challenges in ultrarunning.
The Badwater Salton Sea is 130km long.
The Badwater Salton Sea takes place in Borrego Springs,California,United States.
The Badwater Salton Sea elevation gain is 2740 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badwater Salton Sea?
On April 26-27, 2025, the Badwater Salton Sea challenges teams of two or three runners to conquer an 81-mile course from Salton City to Palomar Mountain, with a staggering 9,000 feet (2,740 meters) of elevation gain. Organized by AdventureCORPS®, Inc., this grueling race pushes athletes through scorching desert heat, rugged trails, and high-altitude climbs, making it one of the most demanding endurance challenges in ultrarunning.
How long is the Badwater Salton Sea?
The Badwater Salton Sea is 130km long.
Where does the Badwater Salton Sea take place?
The Badwater Salton Sea takes place in Borrego Springs,California,United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Badwater Salton Sea?
The Badwater Salton Sea elevation gain is 2740 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Badwater Salton Sea?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badwater Salton Sea?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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