Pine Mountain 500

The Pine Mountain 500 is a challenging running event held in Iron Mountain, Michigan, featuring a unique course that includes racing up the 500 stairs of Giant Pine Mountain. The race starts at the mountain's summit and descends down Kramer Drive to Lower Pine Mountain Road, then continues along Pine Mountain Road to the finish. The event offers three race options: the standard Pine Mountain 500, the Deuce (two laps), and the Extreme (four laps), all chip-timed with overall and segment times.

Participants compete for the title "King of the Mountain" in a spirited atmosphere that tests endurance and determination on this scenic and demanding course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.