Pincushion Hill Climb
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Friant, California
- Price $35.98 - $41.28
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating Pincushion Hill Climb taking place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the stunning surroundings of Friant, Madera. This thrilling event features a challenging 1-mile uphill race that starts at the San Joaquin River Trailhead in the South Finegold picnic area and ascends to the breathtaking summit of Pincushion Mountain. Runners will enjoy chip-timed competition with special prizes for the top three male and female finishers, as well as awards for age group winners and Clydesdale/Athena division champions.
For those looking for an extra challenge, the Mountain Goat edition offers an exciting twist! Participants can complete as many trips up to Pincushion Peak as possible within four hours, with the first ascent being officially timed. After tackling the initial climb, runners will need to navigate a scenic 1.5-mile descent before returning to the peak. To earn the coveted Mountain Goat status, you must complete at least two trips to the top, and all finishers will receive a unique award along with the top male and female competitors snagging special accolades. Join us for this unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and stunning views!
For those looking for an extra challenge, the Mountain Goat edition offers an exciting twist! Participants can complete as many trips up to Pincushion Peak as possible within four hours, with the first ascent being officially timed. After tackling the initial climb, runners will need to navigate a scenic 1.5-mile descent before returning to the peak. To earn the coveted Mountain Goat status, you must complete at least two trips to the top, and all finishers will receive a unique award along with the top male and female competitors snagging special accolades. Join us for this unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and stunning views!
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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