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Calico Trail Run

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Yermo, California, United States

calendar_today 25 Jan, 2026

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About the Event

Step back in time and onto an epic desert trail at the 22nd Annual Calico Trail Run on Sunday, January 25, 2026. This unique adventure races through the historic mining district and rugged beauty of the Calico Mountains, starting and finishing at the iconic Calico Ghost Town near Barstow, California. Choose your challenge with either a demanding 30K or a full 50K course, both offering stunning vistas and a true test of endurance on classic Mojave Desert terrain. More than just a race, it's a journey through California's rich silver-mining past, combining physical challenge with profound scenic and historical immersion. As a USATF-sanctioned event, it draws trail runners seeking a premier early-season test under vast desert skies. Your participation supports a nonprofit dedicated to educating others about the precious Mojave Desert ecosystem. Lace up for an unforgettable experience where every mile tells a story of the Old West.

Races Offered

30K

Jan 25, 2026

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Distance — 30K

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Type — Others, Running

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07:00

50K

Jan 25, 2026

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Distance — 50K

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Type — Others, Running

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07:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Yermo.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.4° / 14.6°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 10.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.0 /

water_drop 49.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.4° / 14.6°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 10.3°

air 11.0 km/h

water_drop 49.8%

About Yermo

Learn more about the host city, Yermo.

Yermo is an unincorporated town and census-designated place (CDP) in the Mojave Desert in San Bernardino County, California. It is 13 miles (21 km) east of Barstow on Interstate 15, just south of the Calico Mountains.