The Broken Arrow Skyrace

About the Event

The Broken Arrow Skyrace returns to Lake Tahoe in California on June 18-21, 2026, offering a breathtaking mountain running experience that blends the beauty of high alpine terrain with challenging vertical climbs and descents. Participants will traverse some of the most stunning trails at Palisades Tahoe, immersing themselves in the natural splendor of Lake Tahoe’s Sierra Nevada backdrop. The event is as much about community and celebration as it is about pushing physical limits, bringing runners from around the world to this iconic location for a weekend filled with camaraderie and awe-inspiring landscapes.
Palisades Tahoe sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure where every step offers new vistas of Lake Tahoe’s emerald-blue waters and rugged mountain peaks. The air at dawn holds a crisp chill that quickly warms as the sun climbs, casting long shadows across the trails. The race days see a mix of early morning mist clinging to pine trees and afternoon sunbeams filtering through gaps in dense foliage or reflecting off snow-capped peaks. This unique setting invites runners to connect deeply with nature while pushing their bodies to new heights.
The Broken Arrow Skyrace has grown from its humble beginnings into an established tradition within the trail running community, attracting hundreds of participants each year. The event supports local charities and raises awareness for environmental conservation efforts in the Lake Tahoe area. Each distance offers a different challenge and reward, ensuring that both elite runners and recreational enthusiasts find their place on the mountain trails. Whether it’s tackling the full 46-kilometer course or enjoying one of the shorter options like the Vertical K or Triple Crown series, every runner leaves with more than just memories but also a sense of accomplishment for conquering some of California's most formidable terrain.
The Broken Arrow Skyrace spans four days and features nine distinct distances ranging from the challenging 46-kilometer route to family-friendly kid’s races. The course itself winds through various terrains, including off-trail scrambling over steep inclines with significant elevation changes. Runners can expect a mix of singletrack trails and rocky paths leading up to dramatic snow slopes that require hand lines for stability. Notable features include the infamous ladder climb near the summit of Palisades Tahoe, which adds an extra layer of adventure to the race experience.
Participants will start in the early morning hours with temperatures ranging from cool highs around 15°C to chilly lows just above freezing, depending on the time and elevation gained throughout the day. The average wind speeds hover at approximately 10 km/hour, making for a brisk but manageable running environment. Humidity levels remain moderate during June, enhancing the overall comfort as runners navigate through varied trail conditions that are firm yet slightly soft underfoot.

the Ascent
Start: 08:00:00 • Fee: $105.00

Triple Crown
Start: 09:30:00 • Fee: $445.00

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Lake Tahoe.

thermostat Temperature

8.9° / 20.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.3° / 17.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

13h 39m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

52.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:34

nightlight Sunset

20:26

About Lake Tahoe

Learn more about the host city, Lake Tahoe.

Lake Tahoe is a popular vacation and recreation region straddling the border between California and Nevada. The closest large city is Reno, Nevada. It is especially popular in the summer and winter. Summer activities include golf, boating and hiking. Winter activities include world class skiing, snowmobiling and ice skating. Year round activities include shopping, gambling, eating and taking in the scenery.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for The Broken Arrow Skyrace.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Dreama Walton	F	42	'23	—	10:16:01
🥈	Jessica Hamilton	F	43	'25	—	10:53:13
🥉	Amber Weibel	F	45	'23	—	11:05:16
4	Amber Weibel	F	46	'24	—	11:16:54
5	Claire Heslop	F	43	'24	—	11:17:24
6	Vicky Oswald	F	59	'23	—	12:58:39
7	Becca Frager	F	42	'24	—	13:06:53
8	Jessie Brewer	F	44	'24	—	14:41:10
9	Rose McKay	F	53	'24	—	17:23:06
10	Amy Palmiero-Winters	F	51	'24	—	17:33:06

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Braedon Sitmann	M	21	'23	—	8:31:19
🥈	Luke Bracco	M	21	'25	—	9:11:16
🥉	Goran Lynch	M	41	'25	—	9:52:07
4	Erik Gobbell	M	34	'23	—	10:31:56
5	Brian Wiest	M	37	'24	—	10:47:50
6	David Eckardt	M	53	'23	—	11:17:02
7	Adam Vojta	M	28	'24	—	11:32:22
8	Luke Nelson	M	31	'23	—	11:40:35
9	Jonathan Dawson	M	36	'24	—	12:08:25
10	William Nguyen	M	36	'24	—	12:10:37

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About the Event

Races Offered

the Ascent

Triple Crown

18K

Iron Crown

Iron Face

46K

11K

23K

Kids Run

Weather History

About Lake Tahoe

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results