San Diego 50 & Trail Runs2027

Sat, 9 Jan 2027 · Escondido, CA · 68 days

Distance: 21.1 km
Race day: 11°C (51°F)

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TRAIL MARATHON | HALF MARATHON The San Diego Trail Marathon is a staple in the trail marathon events. Enjoy a fast trail while getting to summit its high point of Raptor Ridge. The San Diego Trail Heavy Half Marathon is a beautiful courses for exploring new trails and accomplishing race goals as it gives you just that little more than a half marathon. Whether you sprint, run, walk, jog, or hike this event you do not want to miss. We are a CUPLESS…

Before you go

Pro tips

Racing it

01
Early Mountain Start
Marathon starts at 07:00 with typical race-day temp 10.7°C. Dress for a cool morning and be ready to shed layers as you climb toward Raptor Ridge.
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02
Pace Raptor Ridge
The marathon's high point is Raptor Ridge on a mountain profile. Run the climb conservatively and use the fast trail to recover after the summit.
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03
Cupless Carry
The event is cupless, so bring a reusable cup or bottle for aid stations. Plan your fluid carry before the start.
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04
Heavy Half Pacing
The Heavy Half gives you just a little more than a half marathon. Pace it like a longer trail race, not a flat road half.
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05
Trail Surface Focus
The course is described as a fast trail, but it's still a mountain profile. Stay alert for uneven footing and save energy for the Raptor Ridge climb.
From the description, elevation profile