Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile - Elevation Profile, Aid Stations and Cutoffs
Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile is a 162 km (about 101 miles) ultra-trail with around 4,850 m of elevation gain, starting in Big Bear Lake, California, USA. The overall cutoff is 36 hours. The highest point on the course is Sugarloaf Mountain at 3,047 m.
Course profile
- Distance
- 162 km
- Elevation gain
- 4,850 m
- Elevation loss
- 5,365 m
- Highest point
- Sugarloaf Mountain (3,047 m)
- Cutoff
- 36h
- Typical winning time
- ~16h42
The biggest climb between checkpoints gains around 900 m from Sugarloaf 1 (km 105.1) to Balky Horse (km 119.5). The steepest sustained section on the elevation profile averages about 13% over roughly 2.9 km around km 110. Crew access is allowed at Doble Camp 1 (48.8 km), Cactus Flats (77.1 km), Doble Camp 2 (83.5 km), Sugarloaf 1 (105.1 km), Sugarloaf 2 (128.2 km), Bear Mountain (137.9 km) and Snow Summit (146.4 km). Drop bags are available at Camp Whittle, Doble Camp 1, Doble Camp 2, Sugarloaf 1 and Sugarloaf 2.
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide.
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Aid stations and checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Km | Cumulative gain (m) | Cumulative loss (m) | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start - Rim Nordic | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - |
| Crab Flats | 13.5 | 390 | 650 | - | No | No |
| Camp Whittle | 30.6 | 1,100 | 1,090 | Fri 19:00 | No | Yes |
| Holcomb Valley | 39.9 | 1,330 | 1,290 | - | No | No |
| Doble Camp 1 | 48.8 | 1,430 | 1,500 | Fri 22:30 | Yes | Yes |
| Burns Canyon 1 | 58.4 | 1,670 | 1,800 | - | No | No |
| Smarts Ranch | 70.8 | 1,830 | 2,270 | - | No | No |
| Cactus Flats | 77.1 | 1,920 | 2,330 | Sat 04:30 | Yes | No |
| Doble Camp 2 | 83.5 | 2,270 | 2,410 | Sat 06:30 | Yes | Yes |
| Burns Canyon 2 | 93.2 | 2,530 | 2,740 | - | No | No |
| Sugarloaf 1 | 105.1 | 2,900 | 3,110 | Sat 12:30 | Yes | Yes |
| Balky Horse | 119.5 | 3,800 | 3,470 | - | No | No |
| Sugarloaf 2 | 128.2 | 3,840 | 4,020 | Sat 18:00 | Yes | Yes |
| Bear Mountain | 137.9 | 4,030 | 4,340 | Sat 20:00 | Yes | No |
| Snow Summit | 146.4 | 4,280 | 4,680 | Sat 22:00 | Yes | No |
| Big Bear Lake Village (Finish) | 162 | 4,850 | 5,365 | Sun 01:00 | Yes | Yes |
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide. Source: official race guide, verified July 17, 2026 - Official race website
FAQ
How much elevation gain does Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile have?
Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile has around 4,850 m of cumulative elevation gain and 5,365 m of loss over 162 km.
What is the cutoff time for Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile?
The overall Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile cutoff is 36 hours, with intermediate time barriers at major checkpoints. Winning times are typically around 17 hours.
How long is Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile?
Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile covers approximately 162 km (about 101 miles), starting in Big Bear Lake, California, USA.
What is the highest point of Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile?
The highest point of Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile is Sugarloaf Mountain at 3,047 m.
How many aid stations does Kodiak by UTMB - 100 Mile have and which allow crew?
The checkpoint table lists 14 major aid points between the start and the finish. Crew access is allowed at Doble Camp 1 (48.8 km), Cactus Flats (77.1 km), Doble Camp 2 (83.5 km), Sugarloaf 1 (105.1 km), Sugarloaf 2 (128.2 km), Bear Mountain (137.9 km) and Snow Summit (146.4 km). Drop bags are available at Camp Whittle, Doble Camp 1, Doble Camp 2, Sugarloaf 1 and Sugarloaf 2.
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