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Mount Madonna Challenge

Gilroy, United States • 8 Aug 2026

Event Overview

The Mount Madonna Challenge is a trail running event held at the Sprig Day Use Area on Blackhawk Canyon Road in Gilroy, California. It features three race distances. The route takes participants among redwood trees and up mountains with views of Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties.

Race Distances

The event offers three trail running courses:

  • 5K with 843 feet of elevation gain
  • 10K with 1,532 feet of elevation gain
  • Half Marathon with 2,828 feet of elevation gain

Additional Information

The event is organized by a non-profit organization. Proceeds from race fees fund scholarships for local high school cross country and track athletes to attend a trail running camp. Parking at the venue is free but limited, and carpooling is encouraged. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Gilroy

Race information

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Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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