Crafton Hills Endurance Run

Yucaipa, United States • 14 Nov 2026

Zanja Peak Endurance Challenge

The Zanja Peak Endurance Challenge takes place November 14, 2026 in the Crafton Hills near Yucaipa, California, with a venue address at 11711 Sand Canyon Rd. The event offers multiple trail distances that use local ridgelines and singletrack terrain.

Distances

  • 21 Mile Endurance Challenge - ~4,300+ ft elevation gain, 3 fully stocked aid stations
  • 10 Mile Trail Challenge - ~1,600+ ft elevation gain, well-marked support
  • 4 Mile Trail Experience - ~600+ ft elevation gain, shorter introduction to trail racing

The 21 mile route climbs deep into the Crafton Hills and includes sustained ascents, technical descents, and panoramic ridgeline views. The 21 mile start and finish are at the Crafton Hills College track and the course includes three fully stocked aid stations.

The 10 mile route offers significant climbing and faster sections along ridgelines on a well-marked course with support. The 4 mile route is shorter with about 600+ feet of gain and is presented as an introductory trail racing option.

Ten percent of all registration fees will be donated to the Crafton Hills Open Space Conservancy to support conservation, trail stewardship, and preservation of local open space.

Registration closes Thu, Nov 12 at 11:59PM PT. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 mi
21 Mile Endurance Challenge
10 mi
10 Mile Trail Challenge
4 mi
4 Mile Trail Experience
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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