Diablo (Apr 11)

Saturday, April 11, 2009 (Date Tentative)

7:00 a.m.

Whether you're considering trail running for the first time or are an experienced ultra runner, we promise you a rewarding experience in a beautiful environment.

We are recognized for the spectacular courses, unsurpassed aid stations, well-marked trails, accurately measured distances, distinctive shirt designs, and friendly atmosphere – all at a reasonable price.

While awards are given to the first female and male finishers, PCTR events are designed to encourage the enjoyment of trail running and emphasize personal achievement.

Start: Mitchell Canyon Trailhead, Mount Diablo State Park, Clayton, CA. Directions

Course: Mount Diablo provides spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding valleys. On a clear day, you can see the Sierra Nevada mountain range on the horizon. The course makes a thorough tour of Mount Diablo including Eagle Peak, Castle Rock, Rock City, Balancing Rock, North Peak, and Mt. Olympia. Photos ( Distances are accurately measured using a Rolatape® surveyor's measuring wheel.)

Marathon - 7,950'

50 Mile - 13,340'

(Elevation changes determined using an Avocet altimeter.)

Weather: Clayton

Lodging: Hotels/Motels (Although there is camping within the Mount Diablo State Park, the gates are closed overnight and there is no access to the start area at Mitchell Canyon Trailhead.)

Packet Pick-Up: 6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m. at Mitchell Canyon Trailhead. Park entrance is $3.

Qualification: Completion of 50 Km trail run within prior 12 months required for 50 mile event.

Time Limit: 16 Hours for 50 mile event.

Aid Stations: Fully-stocked aid stations every 4 - 9 miles. You can expect fresh fruit, salty snacks, assorted candy, boiled potatoes & salt, water, and Clif Shot Electrolyte sports drink. If you would like to be sure that you have Clif product, SaltStick capsules, or any other specific item at the event, you should carry it with you. Additionally, it is highly recommended that runners carry at least 20 oz. of water between aid stations. Photo

Post-run Picnic: Soup and Chili! Photo

Awards: Patagonia Capilene shirts & sandstone coasters (50 Mile), and Dri-release shirts & coasters (Marathon) will be given to all finishers. Awards will also be given to the first female and male finishers.

Frequent Runner:

5% - If you have already entered at least 3 PCTR events this year, you qualify to receive a 5% discount off all PCTR events and merchandise for the rest of the year. Please request to upgrade your online account by clicking on the link under "Account Menu" in online registration.

Entry Fees:

(Add $10 if registering after March 28, 2009. Pre-registration Only.)