Bald Pate 10k

Lace up and get ready for the Bald Pate 10k, an exhilarating trail race crafted for the hardcore athlete. Tackle the rugged 10-kilometer course with 1800 feet of elevation gain, offering steep climbs, technical single-track, and adrenaline-pumping downhills. Your journey will be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of Foster Pond and its pristine surroundings, set amidst an ancient pitch pine forest.The adventure begins at Five Fields Farm, immediately leading you onto a cross-country ski trail towards the Bald Pate parking lot. Dive into the Moose Trail for a mile before hitting the first ascent on the west side of the South Face Loop Trail. Press on toward the Foster Pond Lookout Trail, savor the out-and-back to the viewpoint, and then navigate back to conquer the Bob Chase climb. The path guides you through the summit before descending the east side of the South Face Loop Trail.

Embrace the challenge of the Pate Trail’s 40% grade climb to the summit, and then power through the South Face Loop Trail, returning to Moose Trail. Finish strong as you reach the cross-country ski trail and cruise back to Five Fields Farm. This is a race that promises to test your limits and reward your efforts with unparalleled natural beauty.