09/26/2026
BACK ON THE RANCH TRAIL RUN 2026�SAND CREEK / CHAMBERLIN RANCH LOS OLIVOS CALIFORNIA
LOCATION
Zaca Station Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93463
Google Maps Coordinates to Ranch Access Gate
https://goo.gl/maps/icCwvJGeFhoNcnSk8 �34°41'52.4"N 120°09'04.8"W
DATES AND TIMES
Friday, October 2, 2026
8:00am - 48 hour start
Saturday, October 3, 2026
8:00am - 24 hour run start
8:00am - 12 hour run start
8:00am - 6 hour run start
8:00am - 3 hour run start
Sunday, October 4
8:00am - 48 and 24 hour run ends
DIRECTIONS �To Ranch Access Gate / Zaca Station, Road Los Olivos California - There is no physical address, follow the GPS coordinates and directions below. ��Google Maps Coordinates to Ranch Access Gate
https://goo.gl/maps/icCwvJGeFhoNcnSk8
GPS Coordinates to the Ranch Access Gate
34°41'52.4"N 120°09'04.8"W 34.697889, -120.151322 ��From the intersection of HWY101 and HWY154 navigate to Zaca Station Road. Continue 0.9 miles north on Zaca Station Road to the Ranch Access Gate. The gate will be on your left hand side, it will be marked with a sign that says, RUN. https://goo.gl/maps/icCwvJGeFhoNcnSk8
Open the gate. The gate will appear to be locked. THE GATE IS NOT LOCKED. Enter the ranch. CLOSE THE GATE BEHIND YOU. Watch for livestock. Do not let the cattle out!
Once you are on the property follow the dirt road north for 2.5 miles.
https://caltopo.com/m/0K96A
The road will be marked with ribbon. Follow the ribbons for 2.7 miles to the camp / staging area. Drive slowly. Watch for livestock. Do not create dust. Speeding and or aggressive driving will lead to disqualification. ��
WAIVERS
Everyone who enters the ranch property must read and sign a waiver. The waiver is a release of liability and Covid-19 risk acknowledgment. Signed waivers are required for everyone on the property including runners, friends, family, crew, volunteers and staff. No waiver, no entry, no exceptions. Download waiver here: https://allwedoisrun.com/�
WEATHER
Be prepared for warm weather. Historical October average high/low temps in Los Olivos California 87/58F.
COURSE
3.2 mile loop. 95% dirt, ranch roads and single track trail, single direction loop. Elev Gain 340ft . The course will run clockwise for the entire duration. Course direction will NOT alternate. �https://caltopo.com/m/48C0P ��AID STATION
Every 3.2 miles. Water, ice, soda, commercially packaged snacks and Hammer Nutrition products. Please plan accordingly.
RULES and FAQ
Fires - no (Camp Stoves are ok)
Pacers - no
Friends and family - yes, everyone is welcome
Dogs on course - no
Vehicles on course - no
Earphones - yes
Trekking poles - yes
Runner to runner aid - yes
Changing Distance - no (You must start and complete the distance that you are registered in. You may change your registered distance at runner check in anytime PRIOR to 7:00am, Saturday, October 3, 2026)
Portable Restrooms - yes
Running water - no
Trash - no, there will be no trash facilities. Please take your trash off property when you leave the ranch.
Food and drink for purchase - no
Child care - no
Hazards - Be prepared for cattle, dust, heat, wildlife, snakes, coyotes, insects, dogs, wild pigs, poison oak and unstable footing.
RACE FORMAT
5km loop format. Complete as many 3.1-mile loops as possible within the allotted 3, 6, 12, 24 and 48 hour periods. 12 hour runners may opt for a daytime or night time 12 hour segment. (8:00 am to 8:00pm on Saturday or 8:00 pm Saturday to 8:00 am Sunday). A 100 mile option is available for any 24hr runner who has completed 86 miles (27 loops = 86.4 miles) by 8:00 am on Sunday. Those runners may continue until reaching 100 miles or 12:00pm Sunday, October 4, 2026. 32 laps = 102.4 miles
TIMING
This is a chip timed event. Timing, Live Tracking and Results provided by UltraLive.net Upon completion of each loop you must check in at the timing booth. At that time, you must announce your name, bib number and distance. Check in with the timing official prior to leaving the ranch. It is your responsibility to check in at the completion of each loop. Failure to check in will result in no time and or DQ.
LIVE TRACKING�Live tracking service provided by UltraLive.net You can track your progress during the event at UltraLive.net
AWARDS
All participants will receive a 50/50 cotton souvenir tee shirt. Special awards for top male and female finishers in each distance. Awards will be presented to the top finishers 30 minutes following the conclusion of the run. All 32 loop finishers will receive a 100 mile souvenir belt buckle. 32 laps = 102.4 miles
RESULTS
Posted at www.ultrasignup.com and www.allwedoisrun.com within 24 hours of the event.
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Event photography available for purchase by Michelle Evans. Follow this link to view, share, purchase and download Back On The Ranch photography. Allow 10 days following the event. https://venturasalt.smugmug.com/
MEDICAL
First Aid Kits will be available at basecamp.
Nearest Hospital - Santa Ynez Cottage Hospital 2050 Viborg Road, Solvang, CA 93463 (805) 688-6431
CAMPING ON THE RANCH
Everyone is welcome to camp on the ranch. Tents, vans, trailers, motorhomes, all welcome. There is no additional fee. Camper may arrive anytime after 3:00pm on Thursday, October 1, 2026. No reservation required.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, October 1
3:00pm - Ranch gate opens to all participants.
Friday, October 2
6:00am - Ranch gate opens to all participants.
7:00am - Runner Check In opens to all participants.
8:00am - 48 hour start
3:00pm - Optional, early runner check in opens.
6:00pm - Group pot-luck dinner at Main Camp. Bring something to share. Live music on stage.
Saturday, October 3
6:00am - Ranch Gate Opens
7:00am - Runner Check In Opens
8:00am - 24 hour run start
8:00am - 12 hour run start
8:00am - 6 hour run start
8:00am - 3 hour run start
11:00am - 3 mile run ends
2:00pm - 6 hour run ends
8:00pm - 12 hour run ends
Sunday, October 4
8:00am - 48 and 24 hour run ends
12:00pm - ranch closes / event ends *Times subject to change.
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