Caroline Himbert sets women’s speed record on John Muir Trail
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Caroline Himbert completed the northbound John Muir Trail in three days and 16 hours, setting a new women's speed record. The previous record, also held by her, was four days and four hours. Himbert ran unsupported, carrying all her supplies except water. The trail covers approximately 212 miles with significant elevation challenges, and smoke from nearby wildfires affected parts of the route. This achievement brings her time closer to the men's record of three days and three hours set by Aurélien Sanchez in 2018.
- •Caroline Himbert finished the trail on August 1, 2026.
- •She broke her own record by about 12 hours.
- •The trail spans 212 miles through rugged terrain.
- •Himbert ran unsupported with no companions.
- •Wildfire smoke impacted parts of the trail.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Ultrarunner breaks a speed record on grueling trail through Sierra
"Caroline Himbert finished the northbound John Muir Trail in three days and 16 hours, shaving about 12 hours off the previous women's record, also held by her.
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