Mount Wilson Trail 5K Recovery Run
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 7:30AM PDT
- Location Sierra Madre, California
- Price Free - $54.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athleticism at the Mount Wilson Trail 5K Recovery Run on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in beautiful Sierra Madre, Los Angeles! This uplifting event not only features a fun and challenging 5K road run but also includes a Kids' Fun Run, vendor booths at Kersting Court, a free photo booth, and a festive beer garden to celebrate Octoberfest. Join us as we come together to raise awareness and support for the essential repairs needed to restore the historic Mount Wilson Trail (MWT) following the recent impacts of the Eaton Fire and subsequent rains.
Your participation and generosity can make a significant difference! All proceeds will benefit the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund, which equips our dedicated volunteers with the tools and materials essential for the trail's restoration. The Mount Wilson Trail Race holds a rich history as one of California's oldest trail races, originally carved out by Benjamin "Don Benito" Wilson in 1864. Don't miss your chance to be part of this meaningful event and help preserve the legacy of the MWT while enjoying a day filled with fun and camaraderie!
Your participation and generosity can make a significant difference! All proceeds will benefit the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund, which equips our dedicated volunteers with the tools and materials essential for the trail's restoration. The Mount Wilson Trail Race holds a rich history as one of California's oldest trail races, originally carved out by Benjamin "Don Benito" Wilson in 1864. Don't miss your chance to be part of this meaningful event and help preserve the legacy of the MWT while enjoying a day filled with fun and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Due to the devastating effects of the Eaton Fire and subsequent rains on the Mount Wilson Trail (MWT), this year's 2025 Mount Wilson running event has moved to Saturday, October 4, 2025 and will offer a road 5K Run, a Kids' Fun Run, vendor booths at Kersting court, a free photo booth, and a beer garden to celebrate Octoberfest. This event aims to unite our community and raise awareness about the crucial repairs needed to restore the MWT to its race-ready state.
Join us in donating to the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund, which supports our dedicated Trail Maintenance Crew volunteers with the necessary equipment, materials, supplies and tools. Your donation is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference for this historic trail running event and community!
Our History: The Mt. Wilson Trail Race is one of the oldest trail races in California, the Mt. Wilson Trail Race takes you 8.6 miles from Kersting Court in Sierra Madre to Orchard Camp and back. The elevation gain is over 2160 feet on a winding course that changes regularly due to fire, earthquakes, and erosion. The original path, first used by the Gabrielino Indians, was dug out by Benjamin "Don Benito" Wilson in 1864.
Join us in donating to the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund, which supports our dedicated Trail Maintenance Crew volunteers with the necessary equipment, materials, supplies and tools. Your donation is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference for this historic trail running event and community!
Our History: The Mt. Wilson Trail Race is one of the oldest trail races in California, the Mt. Wilson Trail Race takes you 8.6 miles from Kersting Court in Sierra Madre to Orchard Camp and back. The elevation gain is over 2160 feet on a winding course that changes regularly due to fire, earthquakes, and erosion. The original path, first used by the Gabrielino Indians, was dug out by Benjamin "Don Benito" Wilson in 1864.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)
$54.25
OPENS 14 JUL -
5K Run - High School Teams
Incl. $4.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)
$44.25
OPENS 14 JULThis registration option is for competitive HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS. Each team must have minimum of 5 participants (max 7 participants) under the same team name in order to be scored as a team and qualify for awards. The top 3 teams will receive an award. Participants will also be ranked individually within the Mt. Wilson Trail Race event and eligible for age division awards in addition to the team category. -
Kids Fun Run
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:45AM PDT)
Free
OPENS 14 JULKids Fun Run participants ages 3 7 starts in Kersting Court, run up to Grandview Avenue, turn around and run back to Kersting Court. Parents of children ages 3 7 may choose to run with their child. Total distance is .6 mile. Kids Fun Run participants ages 8 13 starts in Kersting Court, run up Baldwin Avenue to Mira Monte Avenue, turn around and run back to Kersting Court. Total distance is 1.0 mile.
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