Race #3 of the Bulldog Challenge Series.
The Original Bulldog Trail Runs!!
This event historically sells out...
Podium Prize Purse!!
Welcome to the Southern California's oldest 50k - this is the Bulldog Ultra's 32nd year in the beautiful, scenic, Santa Monica Mountains!!
Come run the challenging Bulldog Ultra course on Saturday, August 17th! Choose from the 25k Trail Run or the 50k Ultra.
The course offers epic views of untamed terrain and of the endless ocean from single track and fire roads weaving through the mountains. Do not be fooled by the beauty of the mountains and allure of the ocean. Temperatures can reach triple digits in the canyons and the climbs are steep and long. Runners will experience the full power of beauty and the beast.
Step up to the trails, tackle a 50k, crush your past times, or race for the prize purse.
SATURDAY SCHEDULE:
5:00am - Parking Lot Opens at Malibu Creek State Park
5:45am - Registration and Check-in Opens
7:00am - 50k Start
8:00am - 25k Start
9:00am - Beer Garden Pours
9:30am - Athlete Food Opens
11:30am - 25k Awards
1:00pm - 50k Awards
4:00pm - Course Closed
All SoCalTrail Races are CUPLESS.
The Fun Stuff
Soft male shirts- or female tanks
Matching Finisher Medals hand-crafted by local artists
FREE Course Photos
Delicious Post-Race Meal
21+ Beer Garden
Certified Sports Massage by Vision For Enrichment
Coffee and/or Hot Cocoa
Finish line DJ Announcers and Music
Same Day Results
Overall Awards and Age Group awards for both the 25k and 50k:
U20 / 20-29 / 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 / 60-69 / 70+
25k Female & Male Prize Purse
50k Female & Male Prize Purse:
1st - $500
2nd - $300
3rd - $200
Winners of the 25k & 50k are invited to compete in the SoCalTrail Championships in December at the Crystal Cove Trail Run
Winners of the 50k receive the Eternal Comp for free entries to the Bulldog Ultra as long as they live.
A great effort is made to support the community by partnering with local businesses, small businesses, and minority-owned businesses.
Follow @SoCalTrail on Instagram and @SoCalTrailRuns on Facebook for official announcements.
The Course
50k Course Route:
29.4 miles with 5,784' vert
Strava Route
25k Course Route:
14.87 miles with 2,947' vert
Strava Route
25k & 50k:
#1 - Bulldog Lateral Aid Station at mile 4.0 (fully stocked)
#2 - Top of Bulldog Aid Station at mile 6.3 (fully stocked)
#3 - Top of Puerco Aid Station at mile 10.4 (fully stocked)
#4 - Tapia Aid Station at mile 12.6 (fully stocked)
25k Finish at 14.8 miles - 2,947’ of climbing complete
50k:
#4 - Start of 2nd Loop at mile 14.7 (fully stocked with toilets - drop bags & pacers)
#6 - Bulldog Lateral Aid Station at mile 18.7 (fully stocked)
#7 - Top of Bulldog Aid Station at mile 21 (fully stocked)
#8 - Top of Puerco Aid Station at mile 24.6 (fully stocked)
#9 - Tapia Aid Station at mile 27.3 (fully stocked)
50k Finish at 29.4 miles - 5,784’ of climbing complete
CUT-OFF TIMES:
11:00am - Start of 2nd 50k Loop (mile 14.7)
12:15pm - Bulldog Lateral Aid Station (mile 18.7)
1:30pm - Top of Bulldog Aid Station (mile 21)
2:45pm - Top of Puerco Aid Station (mile 24.6)
3:15pm - Tapia Aid Station (mile 27.3)
4:00pm - 25k/50k Finish (mile 14.8/29.4)
*Runners must leave the aid station by cut-off time or they may NOT continue. Strict sanctions will be placed against runners that continue on their own. Significant resources and time are required to monitor runners' safety while still on the course.
Directions & Parking
The Bulldog Ultra is located in Malibu Creek State Park
1925 Las Virgenes Road
Calabasas, CA 91302
If arriving from the 101 Ventura Freeway:
• Exit Las Virgenes Road - South.
• Continue approximately 3 miles, past Mulholland Drive.
• Turn right into Malibu Creek State Park.
• If you hit Piuma Road, you went too far...turn around and go back!
If arriving from the Pacific Coast Highway:
• Go North on Malibu Canyon Road (directly south of Pepperdine University).
• Continue approximately 5 miles, past Piuma Road.
• Turn left into Malibu Creek State Park.
• If you hit Mulholland Drive, you went too far...turn around and go back!
FREE, off-street parking is available on Las Virgenes & Mulholland. Obey traffic laws and parking signs, keep all wheels off the road, don't leave valuables in vehicles, and watch for cars and bikes.
Discounts & Volunteers
Volunteers from other SoCalTrail events can earn Race Credits for the Bulldog Ultra!!
To Volunteer at the Bulldog Ultra, or other SoCalTrail races, please email volunteer@socaltrail.events. We'd love to have you on the team!!
All volunteers get awesome race swag, meals, coffee/cocoa and massage.
Race credits to future SoCalTrail races are $15/hour and are transferrable to friends and family!
2024 volunteers will have guaranteed spots in the 2025 running of the Bulldog Ultra
If you're an active Firefighter, Race Director or running group organizer please email info@socaltrail.events for your SoCalTrail discount code.
Sponsors
adidas TERREX - Footwear and Apparel
Fleet Fleet Burbank + Encino - Providing resources and opportunities to assist the running community achieve their fitness goals.
Best Day Brewing - non-alcholic, real, craft beer from the finest natural ingredients
Crank e-Gels - electrolyte energy gels at SoCalTrail aid stations.
Vision For Enrichment - Post-Race Sports Massage at every SoCalTrail event!
Skratch Labs - Official On-Course Hydration
TrailFolx - Breaking down barriers of entry to mountain sports.
Earthy - 100% organic adaptogen cacao.
Live Your Own Adventures - Coaching services to reach your running goals.
Rosa’s - Raw, organic teas and elixirs
Hand Brewed Brewing - SoCalTrail beer garden sponsor with location in Chatsworth
El Sancho Loco - Post-race athlete food at all SoCalTrail races with locations in Westlake Village and Newbury Park
Chingonas on the Run - Volunteering at the Malibu Creek Aid Station.
Event's current local time: 8:14 AM PT
