UC San Diego Score-O

Trick-or-Treat can wait!

Join us for an urban Score-O orienteering adventure across one of California’s most dynamic campuses—where sun-soaked coastal bluffs meet cutting-edge research facilities, and hidden courtyards give way to modern architectural icons.

Established in 1960, UC San Diego spans over 2,178 acres in beautiful La Jolla—right by the Pacific. It’s home to distinctive landmarks such as Geisel Library, lush eucalyptus groves, and the winding “Snake Path” at the heart of campus.

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned navigator, this event invites you to explore the campus like never before—map in hand, compass set, and ready for discovery. Bring your friends and find your way through this vibrant campus maze of research hubs, plazas, and hidden gems.

Event Team:

Event Director: Tad Gallistel

Course Setter: Chris Day

Visit the Volunteer page to learn how to help with the event.

See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page.

Volunteers receive up to a $20 credit toward a race registration fee.

Volunteer roles explained in detail

Format: Score-O 

Map:  scale  1:5000  |  5m contours

Courses: Score-O

​Starts: MASS START AT 10AM

Time Limit: One hour. All competitors must return to HQ and download by noon so we know you are safe. If you don't check in before leaving, volunteers will search the course to ensure you are not lost. Please check in before you leave.

Scoring: Electronic punching will be offered. All participants must bring, rent, or purchase one. Controls will be AIR+ enabled. 

E-Punches: Rental electronic punches will be available for $5. Alternatively, you can purchase your own e-punch at our gear store for delivery to the event (use "000000" when registering).

Clinics:  An introductory clinic will be offered at 9:45 am. An experienced orienteerer will teach you the basics.

Registration: All participants must pre-register. All standard SDO registration policies apply.

Fees:

$20 for adults, $10 for juniors (under 21), free for kids 11 and younger.

$5 early bird discount through midnight, Saturday, Oct 10th

Closes: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, Oct 30th, or when we reach our limit

Entry Limit: This event is limited to 100 participants. See the "Find a Participant" tab to see the registration list.

HQ Location: Sun God Lawn: 32°52'43.3"N x 117°14'23.4"W

Parking: If driving, we recommend parking in the Scholars Parking Structure nearby. There is a north entrance off Exploration Drive and a south entrance off Muir Lane. It is free for the first 30 mins and $2.25/hr after. Walk southeast to the HQ on the Sun God Lawn.

Public Transit: Consider taking the MTS Trolley, which connects the campus to most of San Diego. From the Trolley, take the path around the Northeast side of Epstein Family Amphitheater, then walk west on Lyman Lane/Mandeville Ave until you see the Sun God statue. An extensive network of bike paths connects UCSD with La Jolla and downtown.

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