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San Diego 50 & Trail Runs
Saturday, January 9, 2027 · Escondido, CA
The race in 60 seconds
It is one of 77 races on the California calendar that January. At $15, entry sits below the $50 median for a California ultra.
What race day usually feels like
Based on the last three years, race week in January typically sees lows near 41°F and highs around 64°F: classic PR weather if the wind behaves. Weather normals computed from Escondido-area conditions for race week, not the nearest big city.
How the field ran it in 2026
Real chip times from the 2026 official results, not estimates. Use the median as your reality check: half the field finished slower than it.
| 2026 50 Mile · 168 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 6:32:11 | 7:51 /mi |
| Top 25% | 10:06:34 | 12:08 /mi |
| Median finisher | 11:05:50 | 13:19 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 12:09:08 | 14:35 /mi |
| Final finisher | 13:58:45 | 16:46 /mi |
| 2026 Trail Marathon · 81 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 3:44:38 | 8:34 /mi |
| Top 25% | 4:35:32 | 10:31 /mi |
| Median finisher | 5:20:52 | 12:15 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 5:55:27 | 13:34 /mi |
| Final finisher | 9:06:08 | 20:51 /mi |
| 2026 Trail Heavy Half Marathon · 69 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1:48:08 | 8:15 /mi |
| Top 25% | 2:24:26 | 11:02 /mi |
| Median finisher | 2:49:36 | 12:57 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 3:25:43 | 15:42 /mi |
| Final finisher | 4:31:42 | 20:44 /mi |
Official 2026 results via RunSignUp, 318 finishers across 3 events.
Common questions
When is San Diego 50 & Trail Runs?
San Diego 50 & Trail Runs is scheduled for Saturday, January 9, 2027.
Where is San Diego 50 & Trail Runs held?
San Diego 50 & Trail Runs is held in Escondido, California. It is about 6 miles from San Marcos and 19 miles from Oceanside.
What distances does San Diego 50 & Trail Runs offer?
The listed distances are 50 Mile, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 5 Miles, 5K.
How much does San Diego 50 & Trail Runs cost?
Entry is listed from $15. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for San Diego 50 & Trail Runs?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
More races nearby
- Dec 19, 2026‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (San Diego, CA)Escondido · 5K, 10K, 1K
- Feb 20, 2027San Pasqual Valley Trail RaceEscondido · 20 Miles, 1K, Half Marathon
- Sep 5, 2026Grape Day 5k - 2026Escondido · 5K
- Oct 3, 2026San Diego Donut DashEscondido · 5K, 1 Mile
See every race on the California calendar, all Escondido races, California Marathons, California Half Marathons, or use the Race Finder for maps and filters.
Register for San Diego 50 & Trail Runs →on RunSignUp · entry from $15
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