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Pincushion Hill Climb

Friant, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Pincushion Hill Climb

The Pincushion Hill Climb takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Friant, CA (ZIP 93626). The main start is at the San Joaquin River Trailhead in the South Finegold picnic area (Millerton Lake SRA, end of Sky Harbor Road). The one-mile course climbs to the top of Pincushion Mountain and is chip timed.

Events and awards

  • 1 mile

  • Mountain Goat edition

The Mountain Goat edition begins with a timed first ascent that also counts for the regular 1-mile event. After the first run, participants have a four-hour window to complete as many additional trips to Pincushion Peak as they can. The first descent must follow the longer route (just over 1.5 miles); subsequent descents may use the same route as the ascent. A competitor must complete at least two trips to the top to be classified as a Mountain Goat.

There are awards for the top three male and female finishers, age-group winners, and Clydesdale/Athena division winners. All participants receive a custom finisher award and an event shirt. Mountain Goat finishers receive a special finisher award and the top male and female Mountain Goat runners receive additional awards. The race is held at S. Finegold Picnic Area in Friant, CA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Friant

Race information

Website Registration
4 hr
Pincushion Hill Climb Mtn Goat
Pincushion Hill Climb 1 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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