Mt. Baldy Run-to-the-Top
Los Angeles County, California, United States
Sep 7, 2026 - Monday
7.1mi, Other
Race Information
The Mt. Baldy Run-to-the-Top trail race during Labor Day is one of the most challenging mountain trail races in California, held on Mt. Baldy in the Angeles National Forest. From the start line at 6,300 ft., the Run-to-the-Top covers over 7 miles with a 4,000 ft. total elevation gain. The final mile, the steepest, is above timberline, and the finish is on the summit of beautiful Mt. San Antonio (Mt. Baldy) at 10,064 ft.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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