Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA
- Distance
- 6K Run/Walk - Awards Eligible · 6K Walk/Run - Not Awards Eligible · Virtual
From the Organizer
Take on the Challenge! At the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge, you'll climb almost 2,000 feet from the desert to the mountains in just 3.7 miles! You'll start at the intersection of Tram Way and Highway 111, with stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains in front of you and the Coachella Valley behind. Choose to run your way up or take it easy for a nice uphill walk. No matter how you get there, when you reach the finish line, you'll enjoy a post-race festival with food, drink, booths, entertainment and awards for the winners. All participants receive a stylish finisher medal, cool race t-shirt, tasty post-race food and drink, and a bus ride back down the hill!! Awards for the top three in each age group will be given out to those registered in the Awards Eligible category, but everyone will be professionally timed! Sign up today and get ready to take on the challenge of a lifetime!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
91°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Palm Springs, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palm Springs, CA
Population
44,998
as of 2023
Elevation
411 ft
Nearest Airport
PSP
Palm Springs International Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
131
Days to train
- Race
- Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge?
- Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge is a running race held in Palm Springs, California on October 17, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Palm Springs, California at 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
Oct 17, 2026