Pincushion Hill Climb
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Friant, California
- Price $35.98 - $41.28
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating Pincushion Hill Climb, taking place on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Friant, Madera! This thrilling event features a challenging 1-mile hill climb that starts at the San Joaquin River Trailhead and ascends to the breathtaking summit of Pincushion Mountain. Runners of all levels are invited to test their limits and enjoy the stunning views along the way.
Participants can compete in both the traditional hill climb and the exciting "Mountain Goat Edition," where athletes can push themselves to complete multiple trips to the peak within a four-hour timeframe. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners and Clydesdale/Athena division champions. Every participant will receive a custom finisher award and event shirt, making this a memorable experience for all. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate the spirit of running in the great outdoors!
Participants can compete in both the traditional hill climb and the exciting "Mountain Goat Edition," where athletes can push themselves to complete multiple trips to the peak within a four-hour timeframe. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners and Clydesdale/Athena division champions. Every participant will receive a custom finisher award and event shirt, making this a memorable experience for all. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate the spirit of running in the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
1 mile. Straight up. This will be a chip timed hill climb starting at the San Joaquin River Trailhead in the South Finegold picnic area (Millerton Lk SRA; end of Sky Harbor Rd) and finishing at the top of Pincushion Mountain. There will be a special prize for the Top 3 Male and Female finishers, age groups winners will receive awards as well as Clydesdale/Athena division winners. All runners will receive a custom finisher award and event shirt.
PINCUSHION HILL CLIMB: MOUNTAIN GOAT EDITION! The Mountain Goat race is for those who like to go the extra mile or miles. Your first run up will be timed and scored for the regular event then you have until 12pm (4hrs total) to complete as many trips up to Pincushion Peak as possible. Your first trip down you must take the long way (just over 1.5 miles) after that you may descend the same route you take to the top. You must complete at least 2 trips to the top in order to be considered a Mountain Goat. You will receive a special finishers award and the top Male & Female runners will receive an additional award.
PINCUSHION HILL CLIMB: MOUNTAIN GOAT EDITION! The Mountain Goat race is for those who like to go the extra mile or miles. Your first run up will be timed and scored for the regular event then you have until 12pm (4hrs total) to complete as many trips up to Pincushion Peak as possible. Your first trip down you must take the long way (just over 1.5 miles) after that you may descend the same route you take to the top. You must complete at least 2 trips to the top in order to be considered a Mountain Goat. You will receive a special finishers award and the top Male & Female runners will receive an additional award.
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S. Finegold Picnic Area, Friant, 93626, CA, United States
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