Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
Take on the trails in Los Angeles for the kick-off of the nationwide tour of the 2012 Merrell Down & Dirty Mud and Obstacle Series presented by Subaru!
Congratulations, Racers, for competing in the 1st stop of the Merrell Down & Dirty National Mud and Obstacle Series presented by Subaru!
Please click here for race results!
Registration Information
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5K Course Description
Mile 1
The course starts out with a run through the picnic areas of the lower lagoon. Runners will climb down into a river bed, through a tunnel and up the other side on their way to the first obstacles. Just before mile one the trail begins a steady incline.
Mile 2
Not too long after the mile one marker the course flattens out as runners make their way through a valley before coming to the base of “Heartbreak Hill”! This 50 yard incline will be sure to test your will power. Once at the top take a second to celebrate, it is all downhill for the remainder of the race!
Mile 3
Runners make their way through camping fields with amazing views of the lake and then work their way down the switchbacks to bring themselves to the base of the mountain. A last push back through the picnic area and then it is time to get muddy!
10K Course Description
Mile 1
The course starts out with a run through the picnic areas of the lower lagoon. Runners will climb down into a river bed, through a tunnel and up the other side on their way to the first obstacles. Just before mile one the trail begins a steady incline.
Mile 2
Not too long after the mile one marker the course flattens out as runners make their way through a valley. The 10K course splits off from the 5K course at the base of “Heartbreak Hill” and continues down the
Mile 3
Runners begin a steady incline making their way towards the back of the valley.
Mile 4
The trail continues along the ridgeline with the lake on the left and the valley on the right.
Mile 5
Runners will follow the trail as it bends away from the lake and descends through the valley. 10K’ers will join the 5K course at the top of “Heartbreak Hill” and continue down the trail.
Mile 6
Runners make their way through camping fields with amazing views of the lake and then work their way down the switchbacks to bring themselves to the base of the mountain. A last push back through the picnic area and then it is time to get muddy!
Day of Race Details
Saturday, April 14, 2012
1:00 PM Registration and Packet Pickup Opens at Sport Chalet
5:00 PM Registration and Packet Pickup Closes
Sport Chalet - Valencia Marketplace
25560 The Old Road
Valencia, CA 91381
Sunday, April 15, 2012
6:00 AM Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
7:45 AM Pre-Race Meeting at Main Stage
8:00 AM 10K Race Start!
8:00 AM Expo Opens
8:45 AM Burger Bash Opens
9:00 AM 5K Race Start!
10:00 AM 5K Race Start!
10:45 AM 10K Awards Ceremony
11:15 AM Adventure Kids Race Start!
11:45 AM 5K and Adventure Kids Awards Ceremony
1:30 PM Burger Bash and Expo Ends
Packet Pickup
Packet Pick up will be held on Saturday, April 14th at Sport Chalet
Sport Chalet - Valencia Marketplace
25560 The Old Road
Valencia, CA 91381
Packet pick up on Saturday, April 14th will start at 1:00 PM and end at 5:00 PM. It is highly recommended that you pick up your packet on Saturday to avoid rushing on race morning.
Athlete registration and packet pick up will also be available on Sunday morning before the race beginning at 6:00 AM.
Parking Info
Parking at Lake Castaic will be $11 per car. This fee will be charged at the park entrance. We strongly encourage race participants to carpool to the site and arrive early to allow time to park.
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area: 32132 Castaic Lake Drive, Castaic, CA 91384
Lodging Information
Los Angeles Merrell Down & Dirty Mud & Obstacle Series Host Hotel
Courtyard by Marriot
28523 Westinghouse Place
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 257-3220
Reference the “Down and Dirty Mud Run” to receive discounted rates!
Or make a reservation online at: Courtyard Santa Clarita Valencia
Hampton Inn
25259 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 253-2400
Reference the “Down and Dirty Mud Run” to receive discounted rates!
Or make a reservation online by clicking here.
Residence Inn Santa Clarita
25320 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 290-2800
Reference the “Down and Dirty Mud Run” to receive discounted rates!
Or make a reservation online at: Residence Inn Santa Clarita Valencia
Fairfield Inn Santa Clarita/Valencia
25340 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 290-2828
Reference the “Down and Dirty Mud Run” to receive discounted rates!
Or make a reservation online at: Fairfield Inn Santa Clarita Valencia