Cool Moon Trail Races
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Event overview
The Cool Moon Trail Races take place in Cool, California on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Cool Staging Area (7200 Saint Florian Court). Distances offered include:
- 100K
- 50 Miler
- 25 Miler
- 13.5 Miler
- 11.5 Miler
- 5K
Live runner tracking will be provided via ultralive.net and timing chips will be used for all athletes. Time cutoffs are published for the longer distances: the 100K has a 37-hour cutoff, and the 50- and 25-milers have 35-hour cutoffs. The 13.5-miler, 11.5-miler and 5K have no cutoff.
Course and logistics
The event uses a 13.5-mile North loop and an 11.5-mile South loop. Runners combine those loops in sequence to reach each distance. Terrain includes single track and fire roads. Published elevation totals: approximately 9,000 ft for the 100K, 6,700 ft for the 50-miler, 3,350 ft for the 25-miler, 2,200 ft for the 13.5-mile loop and 1,150 ft for the 11.5-mile loop.
Aid stations are located at multiple mile markers on both loops, with a mix of full stations and water-only stations. Pacers are allowed after completion of the third loop (mile 38.5). Crews are restricted to the Cool Staging Area and may assist runners after each loop. Drop bag locations are Cool and Knickerbocker. All finishers receive a medal and shirt; additional awards include a custom plaque for 50-mile finishers and a custom buckle for 100K finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.