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Mount Madonna Challenge

Name: Mount Madonna Challenge
Start: 2025-08-09
End: 2025-08-09
Location: Gilroy

Gilroy, United States • 9 Aug 2025

The Mount Madonna Challenge is an annual running event held in Gilroy, California, featuring a half marathon, 10K, and 5K races. Established in 1975, the event promotes trail running and supports local high school athletes through scholarships. The South Valley Running Club managed the race for many years, and since 2020, it has been under new management with a focus on revitalizing the event. Participants are encouraged to use reusable cups to minimize waste, and there are specific cut-off times for the half marathon to ensure safety. Proceeds from the race benefit local youth, including sponsorship for a trail running camp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Gilroy

Race information

Website Registration

13 mi

2828 m+

1/2 Marathon

10 km

1532 m+

10k

5 km

843 m+

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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