John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine
The John Wayne Grit Series offers a challenging trail run amidst the stunning Alabama Hills.
Race Date
Oct 17, 2026
Location
Lone Pine, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location
- Lone Pine, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K trail run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
The John Wayne Grit Series in Lone Pine, California, plunges runners into the rugged beauty of the Alabama Hills, a landscape famed for its unique rock formations and cinematic history. This trail race is not for the faint of heart, demanding grit and determination.
Runners navigate a course that winds through this iconic terrain, offering a true test of endurance. The dry, arid environment of the Eastern Sierra Nevada provides a dramatic backdrop, with views of Mount Whitney adding to the spectacular scenery. Expect a course that is as visually striking as it is physically demanding.
The atmosphere is one of shared challenge and accomplishment, drawing participants who appreciate the raw, natural environment and the spirit of adventure. Finishing this race means conquering a unique piece of California's landscape, embodying the grit and resilience the series is named after.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Desert, Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 4 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
56°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
27%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine?
The John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine is held on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Where does the John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine take place?
It takes place in Lone Pine, California.
What distances does the John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K trail run.
Is the John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine course flat and good for a PR?
The John Wayne Grit Series - Lone Pine is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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