Del Dios Trail Race

Escondido, United States • 24 Jan 2027

Del Dios Trail Race

The Del Dios Trail Race, also known as the "Race of the Gods," is an annual event held at Lake Hodges in Escondido, California. Now in its 12th year, the race takes place on January 24, 2027. The event serves as a Championship Qualifier and offers participants the opportunity to run along the shores of one of the San Diego area's prominent lakes.

The courses consist of dirt service roads and single track trails. Depending on the chosen distance, runners will encounter elevation gains ranging from 100 feet to 1000 feet. The event provides several distance options to accommodate different preferences:

  • 50K (31.0 miles)
  • Half Marathon (13.0 miles)
  • 10K (6.1 miles)
  • 5K (3.1 miles)
  • Kids Dash

Registration for the event follows a tiered pricing structure, with early bird rates available starting in May. Participants can also utilize services for registration transfers or sign up for volunteer positions. The race is part of the Endurance Race Series and utilizes the natural landscape of the Lake Hodges area for its trail system. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Kids Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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