San Diego Trail Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- Registration openRegister for 2027
- Race daySaturday, January 9, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Jan 9, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Open Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- Starts from the San Pasqual Valley staging area
- Summits Raptor Ridge
- Cupless aid stations
- Two-person relay option on the same course
Course
Runners start at 7 a.m. from the San Pasqual Valley staging area on Bandy Canyon Road. The route mixes double track, single track and fire road with very little pavement, and its high point is Raptor Ridge.
The organizers describe the trail as fast for its terrain.
About the San Diego Trail Marathon
The trail marathon runs alongside the San Diego 50 Mile at the Elevation Culture weekend in the San Pasqual Valley. A two-person relay option splits the course at 13.1 miles.
The event is cupless, so runners carry a bottle or soft flask. Finishers receive a wooden medal and a shirt.
Past San Diego Trail Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, January 9, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, January 10, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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San Diego Trail Marathon FAQ
When is the San Diego Trail Marathon?
The 2027 San Diego Trail Marathon is on Saturday, January 9, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 San Diego Trail Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 San Diego Trail Marathon is open (checked November 9, 2026). View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
How do I track a runner in the San Diego Trail Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the San Diego Trail Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the San Diego Trail Marathon results page.
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