Badwater 135
Location
Death Valley
United States
Distance
Ultra
Date
July 26, 2026
Elevation Gain
4450m
hillier than 6 of 17 similar races
Course TypePoint-to-point
Typical WeatherExtreme desert heat, 40-55°C (104-131°F), potentially lethal conditions
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'The World's Toughest Foot Race': 135 miles from Death Valley to Mount Whitney in extreme desert conditions.
What Makes This Race Special
- World's toughest foot race
- 135 miles non-stop
- -86m to 2,530m elevation
- Extreme heat
- Invitation-only