Half Marathon versenyek 4S Ranch közelében

A Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival egy országúti futóhétvége Orange County, California környékén: szombaton naplementés 5K, vasárnap pedig half marathon és marathon van. A hosszabb távok Fashion Islandtől, a Newport Beach-i szabadtéri bevásárlóközponttól indulnak, míg az 5K rajtja és célja is az OC Fair & Event Center. Az évente megrendezett esemény egy olyan Orange County marathonból nőtt ki, ahol az első férfi és női győztes ugyanakkora pénzdíjat kapott. A half marathon és a marathon pályája Newport Beachből fordul rá a Pacific Coast Highwayre, átmegy Corona del Maron, elhalad Newport Bay mellett, majd Upper Newport Bay közelében, lakóutcákon visz beljebb. A half marathon nagyjából a 12-mile pontnál kanyarodik az OC Fair & Event Center felé, a marathon viszont megy tovább Costa Mesán át, érinti az Orange County Museum of Art, Segerstrom Center for the Arts és South Coast Plaza környékét, aztán bemegy Santa Anába, majd a Santa Ana River Trail-en jön vissza dél felé a vásárterületre. Az 5K útvonala inkább Costa Mesa közelében marad, és elhalad Orange Coast College mellett.

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.

The Peak is a mountain trail race at Cuyamaca Peak in San Diego County, offering 50K, marathon, and half marathon distances. The longer races begin early, with the half marathon starting an hour later. This is not a gentle run: the 50K and marathon ascend over 2,200 feet in the initial 6.3 miles, reaching Cuyamaca Peak, San Diego County’s second-highest summit, before the marathon descends 2,800 feet to Sweetwater Aid Station. The marathon course has an 8.5-hour time limit, the 50K allows 10 hours, and the half marathon cutoff is 4.5 hours. All three distances commence at Camp Hual-Cu-Cuish and utilize single-track trails. The half marathon follows the same initial route as the longer races up Conejos Trail before returning to the start/finish area. Marathon runners turn around at Sweetwater Aid Station, then climb back to Cuyamaca Peak on their return, accumulating up to 10,000 feet of total elevation change. The 50K includes a five-mile loop from Sweetwater before rejoining the marathon's return path, meaning those runners pass Sweetwater twice. The event is part of the SoCal Ultra Series, its trails are maintained by Trailfit volunteers under Ken Bonus, and a local detail includes a discount on handmade ice-pocket bandanas from T’s Cool Downs, with a portion of sales benefiting Malan Syndrome Research.

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.

San Diego 50 & Trail Runs offers a trail race series in San Diego centered on a 50-mile ultra. Shorter distances accommodate marathoners, relay teams, new trail runners, parents with strollers, and children. The 50M is presented as a suitable first 50-mile race or an accessible ultra. The event also features a trail marathon, a half marathon, the Summit Chase 10M, the Valley 5M, the Stroller Trail 5K, and a 1 Mile Fun Run for children 10 and under. Raptor Ridge is a key course feature. The trail marathon crests at Raptor Ridge, and the Summit Chase 10M goes to the summit and back, with the winner taking the title. The marathon relay divides the marathon into two 13.1-mile segments, with handoffs at Piedras Parking Trail Head Parking Lot rather than using a shuttle. The Valley 5M and Stroller Trail 5K are flat courses, and the kids' mile is untimed but includes finisher medals. The series is cupless; participants must provide their own bottle, cup, or hydration pack for aid stations.

The Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Carlsbad, California, during the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. Participants can select the full 26.2-mile marathon, 13.1-mile half marathon, or 3.1-mile 5K. A Double Down Challenge is available for those completing the 5K and half marathon, totaling 16.2 miles. All race distances can also be completed virtually. The courses offer ocean views for participants, with 26 staffed aid stations and ongoing entertainment. The event is presented as a boutique race, focusing on course support, volunteer assistance, and personalized service. Finishers will receive a long-sleeve technical shirt, a quarter-zip pullover, a reusable grocery bag, and a finisher medal. Registration is limited and known to sell out.

The Del Dios Trail Race begins at the Lake Hodges Boat Ramp Lot in Escondido, California. All race distances are run entirely on dirt. The event is known as the “Race of the Gods,” offering runners multiple options on the same rugged terrain: 50K, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 15K relay for three-person co-ed teams. This annual trail race, with over ten editions completed, focuses on lake-country trails instead of paved surfaces. The course features dirt service roads and maintained single-track. The amount of climbing varies by distance, and the terrain is technical enough to avoid feeling like a casual lakeside run. Participants start from the boat ramp area, heading out along Mission Road and the Coast to Crest Trail before returning the same way. The relay format is straightforward: each teammate completes the 5K course, and teams must consist of both men and women. The boat ramp area is closed to the public during the event, requiring runners, staff, and volunteers to use parking passes provided with race-day information.

The San Pasqual Valley Trail Race begins on Bandy Canyon Road in Escondido, located in San Diego County's wine region. Participants can select from 20-mile, half marathon, and 10K distances; some event listings also mention a 1K option. This trail race is set on vineyard roads, through orange groves, across grass fields, and along dirt trails, distinct from urban courses. Now in its tenth year, the race is designed for trail runners seeking a demanding course. The course starts on private land before proceeding along Bandy Canyon Road and dirt paths through San Pasqual Valley. Raptor Ridge presents the primary challenge: the half marathon route involves an out-and-back journey up and down the ridge twice. The ascent features switchbacks and offers expansive valley views. The landscape combines active wine country with citrus orchards, and local wine is available to runners at the finish line, continuing the regional theme.

Sycamore Canyon hosts a trail race series in Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve, east of San Diego, featuring a 100K, 50K, and half marathon. The longer races are available solo or as four-person relays; the half marathon is a single-distance option. The event begins before sunrise: 100K solo runners start at 5:00 a.m., the 50K and relays at 6:00 a.m., and the half marathon at 7:00 a.m. Packet pickup opens at 4:30 a.m., with all participants required to be off course by 10:00 p.m. The 100K and 50K utilize a figure-eight lap course, accumulating approximately 1,400 feet of climbing per loop. The 50K covers 51 km with 5,600 feet of elevation gain, and the 100K spans 102 km with 11,200 feet of gain over eight laps. The upper portion of the figure eight is consistently run clockwise; the lower section reverses direction each lap, adding variety to the repeated loops. Solo 100K participants must have completed a prior 50K-distance race or longer, and slower 100K runners may opt for an early start. In the relays, each 100K runner completes two 7.9-mile laps, while each 50K relay runner covers one lap, allowing teams to strategize runner rotation. The event, established in 2016, includes prize money.