Badwater Salton Sea

Badwater Salton Sea, presented by Mount to Coast, is a team ultramarathon in Southern California. The 81-mile course runs from Salton City (234 feet below sea level) to Palomar Mountain, finishing at about 5,500 feet elevation. Runners compete as two- or three-person teams, remaining together for the entire distance with a single support vehicle.

The route blends road and single-track trail, with eight miles through Anza-Borrego State Park. Elevation gain exceeds 9,000 feet, and racers face extreme heat by day and cold, fog at night. The event emphasizes teamwork and preparation, with finisher buckles for teams finishing intact. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.