Reading the mountain
Reading the mountain
Lake County, California
A steep, summit-bound 5K climbing 1,625 ft from the Mount Konocti trailhead to Wright Peak.
The Konocti film follows the 3.01-mile climb from the Mount Konocti trailhead to Wright Peak, gaining 1,625 feet. The mileage and elevation counters rise as the film plays.
The race
The Konocti Climb is a summit-bound community race built around one simple challenge: Start at the trailhead and make it to the top before anyone else.
3.01 miles
Official route
1,625 ft
Positive gain
166
2025 finishers
Wright Peak
Summit finish
“A celebration of our shared love for the outdoors and the natural beauty that makes Lake County so special.”
Lars Ewing
Lake County Public Works Director
Official course
The 2025 GPX traces the real course from the Mount Konocti trailhead to Wright Peak, with recorded altitude at every point.
3.01 miles
Distance
1,625 ft
Gain
Sustained
Profile
Wright Peak
Finish
Starting Line
Orchard Pass
First Ascent
Northern Point
Downen Grove
Final Stretch
Wright Peak
Inaugural race · 2025
One hundred sixty-six participants, a summit finish, and a Lake County community that showed up all the way from the trailhead to Wright Peak.
Relive the climb2025 Konocti Climb Race FilmWatch the 2025 film →Built by Lake County
The inaugural race was made possible by health partners, schools, fire and medical teams, volunteers, local businesses, park staff, and people willing to work the mountain.
2025 partners and supporting organizations