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Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills
Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills
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Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills

Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills

6HR12HR24HRCalifornia

<p>More details will be shared once the 2026 event is finalized.</p>

Run wild, climb hills, and celebrate the absurd!

Overview

The Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills is like no other race you have ever experienced. Set on a 6,500-acre Coast Range wildscape preserve and farm animal sanctuary in Northern California, this whimsical festival of hills combines stunning scenery, thrilling trails, and unforgettable festivities. Costume-wearing, music, light tunnels, and mysterious surprises await on every loop, making each step a celebration of endurance and playfulness.

Whether you are here to challenge your limits on the 6, 12, or 24 Hour races or simply to revel in the joyous chaos of the event, the Festival of Hills promises breathtaking views, ancient oaks, and hills that demand both grit and laughter. Registration includes unlimited camping, fully stocked aid stations, showers, a pre-race dinner, and whimsical finisher rewards. Bring your endurance, costumes, humor, and sense of wonder for a race that will dazzle your senses and stir your soul.

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Registration

Registration is closed

Registration Fee:TBD
Official race details:Wandering Idiot Festival of Hills
0 participant limit

Course

Elevation Gain2000 ft
Elevation Loss2000 ft
Max Altitude3,200ft

The course is an 8.2M loop through pristine wildscapes beneath Snow Mountain Wilderness and Mendocino National Forest. Expect rolling hills totaling almost 2,000ft of vert per loop, stunning valley views, ancient oak groves, and rarely visited trails. Each loop begins and ends at a spacious hall with showers, restrooms, food, drink, and sleeping facilities. The Festival includes costumes, music, light tunnels, and inexplicable happenings that make each lap a unique adventure.

Aid Stations


Logistics

Schedule

Race Day:

7:00AM–8:00AM: Bib Pick-Up and check-in
8:00AM: Race Start for all distances
Throughout race: Aid stations open and fully stocked
Race Finish: Loop completion awards and whimsical finisher celebration
Post-race: Dinner, awards, and festival activities


Bib Pickup

Bib pickup is available on Race Day from 7:00AM–8:00AM at the main hall. All participants must check in before starting.

Drop Bags

Drop bags can be left at the main hall before the start of the race. Bags will be returned to participants at the finish. Any unclaimed drop bags will be stored safely for 24 hours after the event.

Crew & Pacers

Crew and visitors are welcome at the main festival area. All visitors must follow race safety protocols and respect participant space on the trails.

Volunteers

Volunteers are encouraged to help with aid stations, registration, and festival logistics. Interested parties can sign up at the race website. Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Aid station support

  • Check-in assistance

  • Course marshaling

  • Festival setup and cleanup

Swag & Medals

Registration includes whimsical finisher awards, festival participation, and costume contest eligibility.

Getting There

More details will be shared once the 2026 event is finalized

Driving Directions



Passes & Permits

No passes or permits required.

Parking


Lodging

Unlimited camping is included with registration. Nearby hotels and inns are available in Mendocino and Willits, California.

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Policies

Cancelations & Deferrals

Registration deferrals and cancellations will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Participants can defer to the 2027 event if needed. Refunds may be issued if requested well in advance of the race.

Race Policies


Charity & Beneficiary

The Festival provides free race registration to all Native American runners. The event supports the Nomlaki and Patwin peoples’ cultural heritage.

Land Acknowledgement

This race takes place on the ancestral lands of the Nomlaki and Patwin peoples, who lived upon and cared for these lands for thousands of years. Wonderland Running offers free race registration to all Native American runners.

About Wonderland Running

Wonderland Running

Wonderland Running is a quirky, community-first trail race organization based in the Pacific Northwest, bringing creativity, inclusivity, and adventure to every event. Officially founded in 2019, but with roots in DIY group runs long before that, Wonderland Running was born out of founder Sean Harrasser’s deep love for wild places and his solo, unsupported circumnavigation of the Wonderland Trail around Mount Rainier. Since then, the organization has evolved into a passionate crew of runners, mischief-makers, and outdoor enthusiasts who are dedicated to crafting memorable race experiences in truly magical settings.

The Wonderland Running team is made up of ultrarunners, artists, race directors, educators, tech wizards, and outdoor lovers who embrace the spirit of trail running in all its unpredictable, joyful, and humbling glory. With job titles like Executive Bad Hill Idea Conspirator and Master Hill Technologist, their ethos is as much about fun and self-expression as it is about fitness and finish lines.

Based in Oregon, with team members spread across Redmond, Bend, Portland, and Hillsboro, Wonderland Running is at the heart of the PNW trail scene. Whether you’re a seasoned ultrarunner or showing up to your first trail race, you’ll find a warm welcome, a clever hill pun, and an unforgettable experience waiting at the start line.

For those looking to connect with trail running beyond the stopwatch, Wonderland Running offers something rare: a race company that balances soulful exploration, creative expression, and genuine community.

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