The San Diego 50 & Trail Runs

Escondido, California, United States

Jan 9, 2027 - Saturday

1mi, 5k, 10mi, 50mi, 8k/5mi, Half-marathon, Marathon, Ultra, Relay

Race Information

Kick off your best year yet! Join the next Trail Experience the annual San Diego 50 Miler | Trail Marathon | Heavy Half Marathon | Marathon Relay | Summit Chase 10k | Valley 5 mile | Kid's 1M Fun Run. Elevated race features an increased race cut off of 14 hours, pacers allowed for the last 7 miles (50m), new distance Summit Chase(fastest to the summit), new heavy half marathon, relay marathon, new 5 miler flat and fast new race swag, more crew accessible areas!

Relax and kick back with the Elevated Finish Line Experience including handcrafted awards, local vendors, message and recovery, games, local food truck and your favorite ultra/trail community. Elevated races can not wait to be a part of your trail journey. This event will sell out. 

 Run Pick of the Month: Run Malibu

Camarillo, CA - Sunday November 8, 2026

Why We Like This Run

  • Stunning coastal views
  • Exclusive swag
  • The Run Malibu tribe

Live #TheGoodLife in motion: Experience Run Malibu! Where wellness, community, and endurance collide against some of the most breathtaking backdrops in the world. Run Malibu is more than just a race weekend - it is an unforgettable celebration of performance and lifestyle.

Choose your challenge and experience Run Malibu, from the stunning 13.1-mile coastal half marathon along the Pacific Coast Highway and the fast CSU Dolphin 5K, to the three-medal Combo Challenge or the exciting Kids Run! Lace up, soak in the coastal air, and make your next finish line one to remember.

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Race Facts

Race Size: 500 - 1,000

Elevation: Some Hills

Course Type: Trail

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: Yes

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