Dixon Lake Trail Race
Escondido, United States • 12 Dec 2026
Dixon Lake Trail Races, Daley Ranch (Escondido)
The Dixon Lake Trail Races are held at Daley Ranch with the event base at El Caballo Park, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA. This listing refers to the sixth annual running of the event and specifies a maximum field of 300 runners.
Distances offered
- 10 Mile
- 10K
- 5K
Terrain includes single track and dirt service road. Elevation gain varies by course; reported values range between 694 and 1775 feet depending on the distance. The 10 Mile route includes a climb to Standley Peak and provides a 360 degree view from the top; only 10 Mile runners climb the peak.
Parking is organized at the trailhead lots with overflow or secondary parking about one quarter mile from the trailhead, a walk of about five minutes. The event is noted as an ERS Championship qualifier for the half marathon only. Course layouts and elevation depend on the selected distance and are noted to produce significant ascent for longer routes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.