Courses de 5K près de Encinitas

San Diego Donut Dash offers a post-race spread that can exceed 1,000 donuts. This running event, centered around donuts, takes place in the San Diego area. Its primary 5K is held at Kit Carson Park in Escondido, with a race schedule that includes a Kids Dash, a 5K, and a Donut Mile. The atmosphere leans towards a community gathering rather than a competitive race, though participants receive a proper 5K, a donut-themed finisher medal, and a custom event shirt. The 5K course winds through the park via sidewalks and trails. The Donut Mile follows a quarter-mile loop at the El Arroyo picnic area near the duck pond. Local donut shops and bakeries provide complimentary donuts for attendees and participants. The Donut Mile stands out as a unique tradition: a sweet take on a beer mile, designed for those who appreciate a humorous challenge as much as speed. San Diego's donut-run offerings also feature the GiGi's 5K at Crown Point in Mission Bay, which supports fundraising for free programs for individuals with Down syndrome, and allows participants to run, walk, roll, or use strollers.

Le Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival, c'est un week-end de courses sur route en Orange County, Californie. Au programme, un 5K au coucher du soleil le samedi, et le semi-marathon et le marathon complet le dimanche. Pour les distances plus longues, le départ se fait de Fashion Island, le centre commercial en plein air de Newport Beach, tandis que le 5K, lui, démarre et se termine au OC Fair & Event Center. Cet événement, qui a lieu tous les ans, est né d'un marathon d'Orange County qui récompensait à parts égales ses premiers coureurs hommes et femmes. Le tracé du semi et du marathon complet part de Newport Beach pour prendre la Pacific Coast Highway, traverse Corona del Mar, longe Newport Bay, avant de s'enfoncer dans les terres le long de rues résidentielles près d'Upper Newport Bay. Le semi-marathon bifurque vers le OC Fair & Event Center aux alentours du 12-mile point, tandis que le marathon, lui, continue à travers Costa Mesa, en passant devant l'Orange County Museum of Art, le Segerstrom Center for the Arts et South Coast Plaza. Il entre ensuite dans Santa Ana et revient plein sud sur le Santa Ana River Trail jusqu'au OC Fair & Event Center. Le parcours du 5K reste plus près de Costa Mesa, en passant par Orange Coast College.

The ERS Season Pass is a trail-running registration package for Endurance Race Series events in the Colorado and San Diego areas. It functions as a season-long VIP pass: runners register for every ERS race in their selected market through a single transaction and package price, rather than entering each event individually. The Half Marathon Package is priced at $400 and includes six Southern California races: Carmel Valley 10 Mile, Black Mtn Half, Dixon Lake 10 Mile, Del Dios Half, SPV Half, and Coast to Crest 10K. Pass holders receive a VIP goodie bag, and participants completing five of the six races earn a Season Pass medal and an ERS-branded gift. The package also includes entry into the Legacy Program and the Championship Series, making it suitable for individuals intending to compete in the entire series rather than just one race.

La Carmel Valley Trail Race t'emmène à travers le Gonzales Canyon Open Space, avec le départ et l'arrivée au Solana Ranch Park, à Carmel Valley, San Diego. C'est un petit événement trail annuel, limité à 300 participants, qui propose des distances de 5K, 10K et 10-mile. Les 10K et 5K comptent aussi pour les qualifications aux championnats. Le parcours démarre et se termine sur du plat. Par contre, la partie centrale a pas mal de dénivelé pour que les distances plus longues aient un air de course de montagne. Sur le 10K et le 10-mile, tu vas tomber sur un passage connu sous le nom de Puke Hill. Le 5K, lui, reste plat pour ceux qui cherchent un trail sans trop de montées. C'est la seule course de trail de San Diego qui traverse le Gonzales Canyon Open Space.

Le Lake Hodges Trail Festival, c'est un rendez-vous annuel de trail et de duathlon trail. Ça se passe au Piedras Pintadas Trailhead, à San Diego en Californie, avec le départ et l'arrivée au même endroit. Au programme, tu as un 50K, un 25K, un 15K, un 10K, un 5K, un Stroller Trail 5K, une course fun d'1 Mile pour les enfants, et un Duathlon Trail (course-vélo-course). Ce festival fait partie de l'Elevation Culture Race Series. Le 50K, c'est une bonne option pour un premier ultramarathon. Le 10K, lui, cumule 1,000 feet de dénivelé positif et monte jusqu'au Bernardo Mountain Peak. Le parcours du 5K longe les rives du Lake Hodges. La Kid's Fun Run n'est pas chronométrée et s'adresse aux enfants de 10 ans et moins. Tu y verras des coureurs, des duathlètes, des équipes, des familles et des enfants. L'événement est sans gobelets ("cupless"), donc il faut prévoir tes propres contenants pour l'hydratation. Tous les finishers ont droit à un t-shirt et une médaille en bois faite à la main, et les coureurs du 10K Bernardo Challenge reçoivent en plus une pièce du sommet.

SeaWorld San Diego hosts the Howl-O-Sprint 5K, an early morning Halloween run within the park. The primary event is a 3.1-mile run or walk, complemented by a Kids Fun Run for younger participants. Both races are in their second year. Participants receive a race shirt, a timed bib, a finisher medal, and are eligible for awards. The course winds through the park grounds as SeaWorld is decorated for its Halloween festivities. The route features themed photo opportunities, Halloween surprises, and costumed characters. Costumes are encouraged; masks are not permitted. The top three finishers in Male, Female, and Nonbinary categories will receive a Road Runner Sports shoe certificate and two SeaWorld admission tickets. Additional SeaWorld tickets are awarded to top age-division finishers.

Crown Point Relay Runs takes place on a morning at Crown Point Park in San Diego, offering 5K, 8K, half marathon relay, and marathon relay options. The relay races begin early, followed by the 8K and then the 5K. This schedule means the longer team events are underway within the park before the shorter races commence. Relay teams consist of 2 to 5 runners; the half marathon relay spans 5 laps and the marathon relay covers 10 laps. The course follows a paved bike path alongside the calm waters of Mission Bay. It features a flat, fast profile with broad bay views. The course suits walkers, newer runners, club runners, and teams aiming for a fast finish. However, the relay format lends a more social atmosphere than a typical road race. Teams receive a picnic area, chipped timing, shirts, medals, and overall and age-group awards. Active and veteran military or service members are eligible for a registration discount.

The Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K takes place in November at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San Diego. All courses begin and end at this location. The primary event is a 13.1-mile half marathon, with additional options including a 5K, a two-person half marathon relay, charity entries, and virtual half marathon and 5K races. This marks the series' tenth year. The morning begins with the half marathon and relay, followed by the 5K. The half marathon course is a loop starting on Ingraham Street, proceeding along Mission Bay, and returning to Ski Beach. It features flat, fast sections, bay views, and ocean breezes, avoiding significant hills or complex terrain. Relay participants cover approximately 6.5 miles each over the 13.1-mile distance. The race benefits Make-A-Wish San Diego and promotes community well-being through activity, healthy eating, and charitable contributions.

MUDGIRL San Diego is a 5 km mud-and-obstacle run in San Diego, with the event village at Bates Nut Farm. The race is built around a women-focused field, and participants are invited to bring a “girl squad” of friends, family, or colleagues. The course is about 3 miles of mud, obstacles, and inflatable challenges rather than a standard road race. Women of different ages and fitness levels line up together, and the event uses its Pink Army theme to tie the day to a cause and a wider community feeling.