Gold Rush Adventure Challenge
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Gold Rush Adventure Challenge Dawn to Dusk
The Gold Rush Adventure Challenge Dawn to Dusk is a 12 hour adventure race based in Sausalito, California, that uses the Marin Headlands, San Francisco Bay, and Angel Island as its course area. Teams navigate by map and compass only; GPS devices are not permitted.
Teams of one to four racers move between checkpoints using three disciplines: trekking, mountain biking, and paddling. Checkpoints are spread across coastal ridges, ocean cliffs, historic military sites, and trails with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline. A central transition area in Sausalito serves as the race headquarters where teams can change gear and plan each leg.
Each team receives a map and decides how to route between checkpoints within the 12 hour time limit. The event offers a discounted entry rate for participants aged 18 to 25 and for racers under 18. Entry is offered for a single main race category listed as a 50 mile racer entry.
The format emphasizes team navigation and route choice, with movement and strategy determining how teams collect checkpoints across varied coastal and island terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
