A Race To Remember
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We are heartbroken to share that Gary Hilliard, founder and race director of the Angeles National Forest Trail Race and a beloved icon in the ultrarunning community, passed away on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. Gary's passion for the trails, the mountains and his selfless willingness to help others touched the lives of countless people.
Through the ANF Trail Race, he and his wife Pam built more than just an event - they created a SoCal family. His legacy will live on in every footstep through the mountains he loved so much.
We like Gary and we will miss him dearly.
"The Angeles National Forest Trail Race 25K and 50K is an incredible opportunity for runners to experience an unforgettable adventure through the breathtaking wilderness of Southern California's mountains. This race is the perfect combination of technical single-track trails, well-maintained paths, and breathtaking views that showcase the natural beauty of the area. It's ideal for anyone looking to push their limits in an awe-inspiring setting!"
Jakob Herrmann (Race Director) | Jose Llanos (co-Race Director)
2025 is our 20th anniversary!
Every registered runner will receive a limited edition ANF Trail Race beanie cap with the race logo embroidered on it!
San Gabriel Mountains
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Saturday, September 27, 2025
Race start 7:00 AM
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The 25/50K distances are majestic, challenging, and all within the San Gabriel Mountains of the Angeles National Forest. The the 50K has 7000 feet, and the 25K has 3500 feet of elevation gain. Our USFS approved trail maintenance group maintains all the trails we use. We have race-shirts, aid-stations, finisher’s medals, awards, and a runner’s post-race meal. The final climb up Mt Wilson's Kenyon Devore Trail tests each runner in a semi-wilderness. Have an Angeles National Forest adventure and come run the Angeles National Forest Trail Race.
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