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Run Date: March 23, 2024

This rugged course features hills and magnificent views of the high desert and Sawtooth Mountains in the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve. Located near Joshua Tree National Park. The run benefits John Wayne Cancer Foundation so every step you take advances the fight against cancer through pioneering cancer research and programs.

2024 SOLD OUT

Registration for March 22, 2025 is open
Code: RUN2025 for 20% off available for a limited time

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2024 RACE DETAILS

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Half Marathon & 10K  
Each Participant Gets A Grit Series Shirt And Finisher Mug!


PACKET PICK UP
At The Sound Stage (Aka The Barn) On Mane Street In Pioneertown
53585 Mane St
Pioneertown, CA 92268


FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2024
Packet Pickup 5:00-7:00 PM

EVENT DAY, SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2024


Half Marathon
Packet Pickup 6:00-8:00 AM

10K
Packet Pickup 7:00-9:00 AM

In Your Packet:
 Bib, John Wayne Grit Series Shirt And Other Goodies


Free parking is available at The OK Corral
spectators welcome

Half Marathon Welcome & Opening Announcements at 8:00 AM
Half Marathon Run Starts at 8:30 AM

10K Welcome Announcement at 9:00 AM
10K Run Starts at 9:30 AM

Mandatory: Bring a hydration pack or handheld water bottle on the course. This will keep you hydrated between water stations.
 There Will Be 4 Water Stations On The Half Marathon Course And 2 Water Stations On The 10K Course.
There Will Be Water, Drinks And Snacks At The Finish Line.

Finish Line - Receive your Finisher Mug
There Is A Race Component And Podium Prizes
There Are Three Female And Three Male Winners For Each Course – That’s 12 Total Podium Prizes
Join Us After The Run For The Grit Down Festivities In Pioneertown

John Wayne Grit Series And John Wayne Cancer Foundation Merchandise Available To Purchase At The Event

WHERE TO STAY:

· Check here to view Tripadvisor.com for a list of hotels in the area
· Check here to view camping options in the area

In PERSON RACE DETAILS

Join us this spring for the Grit Series Run at Pioneertown! The Pioneertown 10K & Half Marathon benefits John Wayne Cancer Foundation, so every step you take helps advance the fight against cancer through pioneering cancer research and programs.


Due to the circumstances regarding COVID-19, the John Wayne Cancer Foundation is planning for this race to be a virtual run. We have high hopes of getting together to run in person soon!

TIMELINE

8:15 AM - Important Course Announcements
8:30 AM - Half Marathon Start Time
9:00 AM - 10K Start Time

COURSE ADDRESS

53688 Pioneertown Rd
Pioneertown, CA 92268

FUNDRAISING Prizes

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2024 FUNDRAISING PRIZES

Fundraising as an Individual or as part of a Team is a great way to give back to the cancer-fighting community. It’s also a great way to promote team building at your company or honor the memory of a loved one who has been affected by cancer.

COURSE INFORMATION

This stunning course features hills and magnificent views of the high desert and Sawtooth Mountains In The Pioneertown Mountains Preserve. Both courses are chip timed for those that want to race or you can go at your own pace. At the finish line, you'll be rewarded with a finisher mug and the satisfaction of knowing that you stepped up to the challenge and helped fight cancer!

The elevation at Pioneertown is 4,400 feet.

Things to Do in the Area

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Play golf, hike, mountain bike or off road in Palm Springs

THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 national SPONSORS

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 LOCAL SPONSORs