Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026
When is Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026?
Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Sierra Madre, CA.
What distances does Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 offer?
Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 offers 2 events: Trail Race - Adult, Trail Race - Youth.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Race - Adult | 8.6 mi | $80.00 | Register |
| Trail Race - Youth 50 spots left | 8.6 mi | $45.00 | Register |
How much does Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 cost?
Registration for Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 starts at $45.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 held?
Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026 is held in Sierra Madre, CA at Kersting Ct.
About Mount Wilson Trail Race 2026
The Mount Wilson Trail Race returns this year and will be held on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. Race start time is 7:30 a.m., with packet pickup beginning at 6:00 a.m. that day. This will be the full 8.6 mile course from Kersting Court, up the Mount Wilson Trail to Orchard Camp, and back.
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: First run in 1908, the annual Mount Wilson Trail Race is one of the oldest trail races in California. The elevation gain is over 2,160 feet on a winding course. The original path, first used by the Gabrielino Indians, was dug out by Benjamin "Don Benito" Wilson in 1864.
COURSE MAP
Packet Pick Up Schedule
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
- Friday, May 22, 2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
- Location: RT Rodgers Brewing Company
- 38 E. Montecito Ave., Sierra Madre
- side parking area towards the back
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP:
- Saturday, May 23, 2026 - 6:00am to 7:30am
- Location: Kersting Court
KIDS' FUN RUN SHIRT PICK UP:
- Saturday, May 23, 2026 ONLY - 6:00am to 7:45am
- Location: Kersting Court
- There is no early check in for the Kids' Fun Run. Shirts can be picked up on Saturday before they run.
Race Day Schedule
Saturday, May 23, 2026
6AM to 12PM Kersting Court Expo – check out the sponsors, vendors, & food
6:00 a.m. Packet pick-up for runners opens and drop bag service is available
6:00 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run T-shirt pickup opens
7:30 a.m. Mount Wilson Trail Race starts in Kersting Court
7:45 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run Starts in Kersting Court
8:30 a.m. RT Rogers Beer Garden Opens
8:45 a.m. Pizza Sales Open (next to the Beer Garden) - selling pizza from Sierra Madre Pizza Company
10:15 a.m. Awards Ceremony
Enjoy the sponsors, vendors, food, pizza, & Beer Garden until noon!
Results
Course
Mountain Trail Course:
