Del Dios Trail Race

JAN
24
2027
Experience the Race of the Gods at beautiful Lake Hodges in Escondido. This annual tradition offers trail distances from a 5K to a 50K on scenic service roads and single track paths.
Sun 24 Jan 2027
50 kilometers 13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Del Dios Trail Race

The Del Dios Trail Race, also known as the "Race of the Gods," is an annual event held at Lake Hodges in Escondido, California. Now in its 12th year, the race takes place on January 24, 2027. The event serves as a Championship Qualifier and offers participants the opportunity to run along the shores of one of the San Diego area's prominent lakes.

The courses consist of dirt service roads and single track trails. Depending on the chosen distance, runners will encounter elevation gains ranging from 100 feet to 1000 feet. The event provides several distance options to accommodate different preferences:

  • 50K (31.0 miles)
  • Half Marathon (13.0 miles)
  • 10K (6.1 miles)
  • 5K (3.1 miles)
  • Kids Dash

Registration for the event follows a tiered pricing structure, with early bird rates available starting in May. Participants can also utilize services for registration transfers or sign up for volunteer positions. The race is part of the Endurance Race Series and utilizes the natural landscape of the Lake Hodges area for its trail system. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Kids Dash