Runners start the race at Mitchell Creek Park, near the northern entrance to Mount Diablo State Park. From there, they follow a combination of fire roads and single-track trails from the start all the way south and east toward the summit of Mt. Diablo, along Mitchell Canyon Road for about 5 1/2 miles, and then the Juniper Trail. Note: The course map below displays the route from the start to the mid-way point of the race; the second half of the race goes in reverse, back to Mitchell Creek Park.
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