Temecula Spartan Event Weekend
Lake Elsinore, California, United States
Sep 26-27, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
5k, 10k, OCR
Race Information
The Spartan Race is a series of obstacle course races designed to test endurance, strength, and agility. Participants can choose from different race types, including Sprint, Super, and Beast, each with varying levels of difficulty and distance. The races feature obstacles like walls, ropes, and mud pits, as well as natural terrains like hills and streams. The events are open to all fitness levels, from beginners to elite athletes. The Spartan Race was created by Joe De Sena, a former Wall Street trader, to inspire people to push themselves to their limits and live more active, fulfilling lives.
Lake Elsinore Raceway in Lake Elsinore, CA, is the backdrop. Just a quick jaunt up the 15 from Temecula and offering Sprint, Super, and Kids races, this course delivers rugged trails, open terrain, and epic obstaclesāall set against the backdrop of Southern Californiaās largest natural freshwater lake. Expect warm temps, shifting terrain, and a race experience that pushes your limits. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned Spartan, this is your chance to break free from the ordinary and earn your medal in the ultimate weekend adventure.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Obstacle
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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