The Peak 50K, Marathon & Half Marathon
Oct 17Julian, CA50K, Marathon +1
Also 50K, 38 mi from Lake Hodges Trail Festival, registration open
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THE LAKE HODGES TRAIL RUNS & TRAIL DUATHLON- RUN | BIKE | RUN
is an annual trail running experience you don't want to miss. We offer something for the whole family to enjoy. Choose from the Lake Hodges 50K, 15K, 10k, 5k, and bring the kids for the the 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run!
50K is a great introduction into ultra marathons, ideal for all running levels.
NEW! 25K is a great day on the trails, ideal for all running levels.
15K is a beautiful courses for exploring new trails and accomplishing race goals.
10K course challenges the runner with a 1,000ft gain but with a beautiful reward of the view from the summit of Bernardo Mountain Peak.
5K is an old favorite with a new twist, exploring the lakes shore. Great for a quick run or walk.
Stroller Trail 5K a new way to run on the trails with your little one.
The Kid’s 1 Mile Fun Run is open to children 10 and younger. This is a non-timed run. All kids receive a finisher’s medal and other treats.
Trail Duathlon- Run | Bike | Run is our one of a kind experience to a weekend of racing. Challenge yourself and compete as and INDIVIDUAL or bring friends along for the challenge and compete as a TEAM.
We are a CUPLESS race series. Please make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel to carry hydration for your event. There will not be cups provided at aid stations.
Registration opens
Dec 1, 2025
Tier 1 ends
May 2, 2026
Tier 2 ends
Jul 31, 2026
Standard ends
Oct 12, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Oct 12, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Oct 13, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 16, 2026
Standard ends
Oct 16, 2026
Race day
Oct 17, 2026
50K
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$145
Trail Duathlon- Run | Bike | Run
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$125
25k
Tier 3, until Oct 13, 2026
$110
15K
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$95
15k (Youth Under 19)
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$85
Bernardo 10k Challenge
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$85
Bernardo 10k Challenge (Youth Under 19)
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$75
5k
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$65
5k (Youth Under 19)
Tier 3, until Oct 12, 2026
$55
Stroller Trail 5k
Standard, until Oct 12, 2026
$45
Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
Standard, until Oct 16, 2026
$15
Registration openings and major changes, like a new date or a cancellation.
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Oct 17Julian, CA50K, Marathon +1
Also 50K, 38 mi from Lake Hodges Trail Festival, registration open
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Also 50K, 61 mi from Lake Hodges Trail Festival
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Also 50K, 32 mi from Lake Hodges Trail Festival, registration open
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Also 50K, 134 mi from Lake Hodges Trail Festival, registration open
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