Saturday August 2nd, 2025
Eugene, Oregon
Distance: 100k · Ultra
Offical Race Web Site
Waldo 100k Trail Run is mostly single-track trail with more than 11,000′ of elevation gain and an equal amount of loss. There are three major climbs of more than 2,000′ each and two minor climbs of more than 1,000′ each. The highest point is 7,818′ at the top of Maiden Peak and the lowest point is at Gold Lake, about 4,900′.
The name of the race was decided on when it was clear that runners could only ever “see” Waldo Lake from the high peaks and never arrive there. Race director Craig’s wife, Laurie Thornley, warned him that someone might come after him regarding the use of the children’s storybook name, but he decided to chance it. Wanting to add some flavor to the normal prize structure, Craig and co-director Curt added a premium for the racers, The “Find Waldo” award would go to the first runner to reach the top of Fuji Mountain (mile 16), but to win the prize the runner had to complete the race.
And thus, Where’s Waldo 100k was born. It was included in the Oregon Trail Series, and with the fair warning, “It is not a beginner-level ultra and participation in the race should not be taken lightly,” the first race was on the calendar for September 28, 2002. A two-person relay was included to get the numbers up.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 10:18:31 | Casey Weinman | 34 | |
| 2nd Male | 10:54:52 | Maxwell Atkins | 26 | |
| 3rd Male | 10:56:04 | Eric Colton | 41 | |
| 4th Male | 10:56:57 | Luke Garten | 41 | |
| Female | 12:04:48 | Molly Schmelzle | 44 | |
| 2nd Female | 12:23:02 | Mandi Goudie | 40 | |
| 3rd Female | 12:37:13 | Maia Detmer | 42 | |
| 4th Female | 12:42:33 | Allison Godin | 28 |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
The race begins and ends at Willamette Pass Ski Area, 70 miles southeast of Eugene, Oregon on Highway 58 at an elevation of 5120′. The course is mostly single-track trail with more than 11,000′ of elevation gain and equal amount of loss. There are 3 major climbs of more than 2000′ each and 2 minor climbs of more than 1000′ each. High point is 7818′ at the top of Maiden Peak. Low point is at Gold Lake, about 4900′.
Second half of the course is remote. From the Rd. 4290 (A6) aid station at 37 miles to the finish the course does not cross a road. Dropping out in that section will not make your life much easier. The last 3 aid stations have 1.5, 3.0, and 2.5 mile hikes out on trail, respectively.
The course is not easy.
We attribute this to the amount of single track, the length of the climbs, the altitude, and the length of the course.
Saturday August 2nd, 2025
Wrightwood, Calif
Distance: 100 miles
Offical Race Web Site
The San Gabriel back country retains much of the natural beauty, if not the primitive wilderness of yesteryear... Thanks largely to the foresight and capable supervision of the U.S. Forest Service and hundreds of volunteers. Picnic areas and campgrounds have been constructed with minimum displacement of the natural setting.
Those desiring to see this primitive wilderness in a single day are invited to participate in the Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run.
The San Gabriel back country retains much of the natural beauty, if not the primitive wilderness of yesteryear, thanks largely to the foresight and capable supervision of the U. S. Forest Service and hundreds of volunteers. Picnic areas and campgrounds have been constructed with a minimum displacement of the natural setting. The 490 miles of trails throughout the forest are well marked, but time, increasing use and funding cutbacks have taken their toll.
The Angeles Crest 100 Trail Volunteers have joined in efforts to restore and renew trails in the Angeles National Forest. Without the efforts of these volunteers and hundreds others like them, the trails that make this race would cease to exist. Those desiring to see much of this primitive wilderness in a single day are invited to participate in the Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run. We are proud to host the 16th Annual Angeles Crest 100 for the fine men and women who have decided to compete in this year’s event. In coordinating an event of this size, problems or unanticipated situations may arise. We ask your indulgence as we work towards improving our race every year.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 21:58:50 | Tyler Burke [SOLO] | ||
| 2nd Male | 22:14:24 | Roman Trach [SOLO] | ||
| 3rd Male | 23:46:28 | Russ Ford [SOLO] | ||
| 4th Male | 24:25:21 | Eric Earnshaw [SOLO] | ||
| Female | 22:02:52 | Megan Eckert [SOLO] (F) |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
The race starts in Wrightwood, the picturesque mountain resort community. Located in picturesque Swartout Canyon at 6,000 ft. on the north slope of the rugged San Gabriel Mountains. It then follows portions of the Pacific Crest Trail (where it climbs Mount Baden-Powell), the Silver Moccasin Trail, and the Gabrielino Trail and then finishes at Loma Alta Park in Altadena.
