Mt. Baldhead Challenge

Get ready to conquer the Midwest’s Ultimate Multi-Terrain Race™! The Mt. Baldhead Challenge is a multi-terrain race unlike any other. Youll run through scenic woodland trails, scale coastal dunes, pound the pavement, and climb the 300 steps to the top of the iconic Mt. Baldhead in beautiful Saugatuck, Michigan. Lace-up those running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable challenge! ‍♂️ Course Information Course Distances: There are two course options to choose from: the 10K (7 miles) or the Half Marathon (13.1 miles). Both courses start at Oval Beach and finish at Coghlin Park in downtown Saugatuck. Both courses trek through gorgeous fresh water wooded sand dunes, trails, and up the Mt. Baldhead steps. The Mt. Baldhead Steps occur at about mile 3.5 for the 10K course, and mile 4.25 for the Half Marathon course. Race Timing: Based on chip-times. There will be a staggered start by wave to avoid course congestion. Enter your expected finishing time during registration to be slotted into your respective wave. There is a time limit for the race. All participants must return to Coghlin Park by 12:30 PM based on our contracts with the city and our ability to staff volunteers. Hydration & Restrooms: Gatorade and water will be provided at hydration stops throughout the course. Each station is no more than 1.5 miles apart. Portable restrooms are located at Oval Beach, Coghlin Park and at designated locations through the course. Signup Information Registration: Priority registration for 2025 and prior participants and 2025 wait-listed runners opens October 18, 2025. Public registration opens November 1, 2025. Early registrants enjoy special pricing. Price increases go into effect on May 1, 2026. Register early to avoid the wait list. Refund Policy: Refunds are not available. Instead, you may defer to the next year or transfer events/registration. There is race insurance available during registration. There will be a new bib number issued for transfers. Gend