Get ready to conquer the Midwest’s Ultimate Multi-Terrain Race™! The Mt. Baldhead Challenge is a multi-terrain race unlike any other. You'll 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 slotte
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Saugatuck, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
