Double Peak Challenge

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2026

A trail event in San Marcos with a 10K, a not-timed 5K Fun Run, and a Kids Trail Trot that climbs to Double Peak summit; finishers receive wooden medals and shirts for the adult distances.

Sat 26 Sep 2026

San Marcos, California

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Double Peak Challenge

Double Peak Challenge is the 11th annual trail event held in San Marcos, California, near 1105 Elfin Forest Road. Races begin at San Elijo Park and climb a total of 1,176 feet to reach Double Peak's summit at 1,558 feet, offering panoramic views of North County's highest point.

10K
5K Fun Run (not timed)
Kids Trail Trot

The 10K field receives a racer's bib, a wooden medal, and a shirt. The 5K Fun Run also includes a racer's bib, a wooden medal, and a shirt; it is not scored for time but allows participants to compare their previous course results. The Kids Trail Trot is a short sprint course for younger runners and awards a finisher's medal to participants.

Registration closes on Wednesday, September 23 at 12:00 PM PT. The event brings together local running communities for multiple distance options on a routed trail course up to Double Peak. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km

10k

5 km

Kids Trail Trot