San Diego 50 Mile & Trail Marathons
Escondido, United States • 9 Jan 2027
Event Overview
The San Diego 50 and Trail Runs take place in Escondido, California. This event features a wide range of distances on trail surfaces, providing options for various experience levels and technical preferences. Participants can choose from ultra distances, traditional marathon lengths, and shorter runs.
Distance Options
Participants can choose from the following events:
- 50 Miles: A trail ultra marathon.
- 26.2 Miles: A trail marathon.
- 26.2 Miles Relay: A two-person relay format with a transition at mile 13.1.
- 13.1 Miles: A trail heavy half marathon.
- 10 Miles: The Summit Chase Challenge, an out and back course to Raptor Ridge.
- 5 Miles: The Valley 5M, a flat course along the valley floor.
- 3.1 Miles: A stroller-friendly trail 5k on flat terrain.
- 1 Mile: A non-timed youth run for children aged 10 and younger.
Course Details
The marathon and 10-mile courses include a climb to the summit of Raptor Ridge, which reaches an elevation of 688 feet. In contrast, the 5-mile and 5k courses are designed to be flat and fast, situated primarily on the valley floor. The marathon relay includes a physical exchange point at the Piedras Aid Station, where parking is available for vehicle-based runner transitions as no shuttle service is provided.
Important Information
The event operates as a cupless race series. No disposable cups are provided at the aid stations, and all runners are required to bring their own hydration vessel to carry fluids during their event. Youth-specific categories are available for the 10-mile and 5-mile distances for participants under the age of 19. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.