Indian Gulch Hornitos Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The legend of Hornitos continues, with the 48th Annual Indian Gulch Hornitos Run hosted by the Merced Running Club. Come run the historic Hornitos foothills on this road race through some of California's most beautiful range land. Select from 2, 5, and 10-mile out & back courses from the town of Hornitos to Indian Gulch.

📍 Race Details

• Date: March 2, 2025
• Location: Hornitos Central Park, Hornitos, CA
• Aid Stations: Available at the turnarounds for the 5- and 10-mile distances
• Registration Fee: $40 for pre-registration, $50 on race day from 7:00 - 8:00 AM (cash and checks only)

🎽 Packet Pickup & Timing

• Packet Pickup: Race-day morning from 7:00-8:00 AM at Hornitos Park
• T-Shirts: Given to all pre-registrants: available first-come, first-serve for same-day registrants
• Timing: Professional chipped timing provided by BizzRunningCompany
• Awards: Unique, race-themed award for top finishers in each 10-year age group

🍽️ Additional Information

• Proceeds: Benefit the Mariposa High School Track Team: additional donations accepted
• Cup-less Event: Please bring your own cups and/or drinking bottles for water at aid stations
• Strollers & Pets: Not recommended due to open road with narrow shoulder
• Walkers: Welcomed on the 2 and 5-mile course: 10-mile participants should be ready to run!

🏆 Awards & Discounts

“Golden Horseshoe” Awards go to the first male & female finishers in all age divisions: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Merced Running Club Members: Use your Coupon Code to receive $5 off registration!

📞 Contact

For more information, contact your Race Directors Pete Bothwell and Wynona Parry at bothwell@gmail.com or wynonalogan1@gmail.com

🗺️ Directions

The race starts in the town of Hornitos near the Hornitos Stagg Hall (2884 Bear Valley Rd, Hornitos, CA 95325). If coming from Merced, take Snelling Rd to Merced Falls Rd to Hornitos Rd. If coming from Mariposa, take either Old Toll Rd to Hornitos Rd or Hwy 140 to Hornitos Rd.

🔗 Race URL

For more details, visit the race page: Hornitos Run