Dixon Lake Trail Race

Escondido, United States • 5 Dec 2026

Dixon Lake Trail Race

The Dixon Lake 10/10 Trail Race is held in Daley Ranch, located in Escondido, California. Now in its fifth year, the event utilizes the trail networks within the ranch and starts from El Caballo Park. This trail running event is limited to a maximum of 300 participants.

Participants can choose from three different course distances. The routes feature elevation gains ranging from 900 to 1300 feet depending on the selected distance. The longest route takes runners to the summit of Stanley Peak, providing 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape.

Available distances include:

  • 10 Mile
  • 10K
  • 5K

The 10 Mile distance serves as a qualifying event for the ERS Championship Half Marathon. The courses consist of natural surface trails through the picturesque terrain of Daley Ranch. The event center is located at 3450 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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