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Black Mountain Trail Races

San Diego, United States • 21 Jun 2025

The Black Mountain Trail Races, held in San Diego, CA, offer three challenging distances: 50K, 25K, and a half marathon. Set on the historic Amat Kwanyil trails of Black Mountain, an ancient extinct volcano and Kumeyaay land, the course features diverse terrain including chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and manzanita-lined single-track paths. Runners encounter rocky, steep, and technical trails with elevation gains of approximately 5,500 feet (50K), 2,500 feet (25K), and 2,000 feet (half marathon). The race balances technical single-track and jeep trails, providing opportunities for various running strengths. The event is sponsored by San Diego Ultra Running Friends (SURF). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California San Diego

Race information

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50 km
5000 m+
50k
25 km
2500 m+
25k
13 mi
2000 m+
1/2 Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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