Del Dios Trail Race

Del Dios Trail Race

Del Dios Trail Race is the 13th annual running event at Lake Hodges in Escondido, California, held on January 24, 2027. Courses around the lake use dirt service roads and single track trails. Elevation gain varies by distance, from about 100 feet to about 1,000 feet depending on the course.

The event includes multiple distance options:

• 50K
• Half Marathon
• 10K
• 5K
• Hercules DemiGod Challenge: complete the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K in sequence within five hours; the Half Marathon must be started first and the 5K finished last.

The race is listed as a championship qualifier. Packet pickup is scheduled prior to race day at two retail locations: Fleet Feet San Diego at 5980 Village Way, San Diego, and the Columbia Store at 3209 Lionshead Ave, Carlsbad. Specific packet pickup dates and times are provided for each location.

Race day parking is organized at the Lake Hodges Boat Ramp parking lot. Vehicles entering the gated park area must show proof of a parking pass, either on a phone or displayed in the vehicle. Parking passes will be available in January 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.