San Diego 50 Mile & Trail Marathons
Escondido, United States • 10 Jan 2026
The San Diego 50 Mile & Trail Marathons, held in Escondido, California, offer a variety of trail running events including a 50-mile ultra marathon, trail marathon, relay marathon, heavy half marathon, 10-mile Summit Chase Challenge, 5-mile Valley run, stroller-friendly 5K, and a youth 1-mile race. The courses feature scenic trails with highlights such as the summit of Raptor Ridge, providing both challenging elevation and beautiful valley views. This cup-free, environmentally conscious event emphasizes hydration preparedness and offers aid stations with diverse nutrition. Finishers receive custom tri-blend shirts and handcrafted wooden medals. The race fosters a community atmosphere with post-race festivities, volunteer opportunities, and is part of the Elevation Culture Race Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.