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Hike: Potato Chip Rock

Hike: Potato Chip Rock is a running race on November 21, 2026 in ramona, CA.

Date
November 21, 2026 (12 days to go)
Location
Ramona, CA
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

7.5 miles out and back | Hard Difficulty | Elevation Gain 2,130 feet | City of Poway, CA

Start the year with a climb and a view! Join us for a 7-mile challenging scenic hike up Mount Woodson to the iconic Potato Chip Rock — one of San Diego’s most famous photo spots. We’ll take in stunning lake and mountain views, get some fresh air, and snap a few fun photos at the top. 

Safety Tips: Shade is extremely limited on this trail. Wear lightweight non-cotton clothing and head covering (hat). Use sunblock. Must carry 2L of water, coupled with electrolyte tablets. Wear a trail shoe with good traction. Bring a small backpack to carry your water, snacks, and other hiking essentials. Trekking poles recommended if you have them. Come prepared with a fully charged cellphone. 

pick up locations are below: please register by the day before and we will contact you with further instructions . 

QZONE NAB LIBERTY CENTER NAVAL Amphibious BASE: 3632 Tulagi Rd bldg 337, Coronado, CA 92118  at 930AM

VADM MARTIN LIBERTY CENTER NASNI BASE : 1507 Rogers Rd, Coronado, CA 92118 at 950AM

 

 

 

 

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

73°

Typical Low

42°

Chance of Rain

11%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Ramona Fire Dept, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:23 AMSunset 4:42 PMDaylight 10h 19m

About ramona, CA

Nearest Airport

CLD

McClellan-Palomar Airport · 26 mi

Major Hub

SAN

San Diego International Airport · 28 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

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Waiting For?

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12

Days to train

Race
Hike: Potato Chip Rock
Date
November 21, 2026
Location
Ramona, CA

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hike: Potato Chip Rock?
Hike: Potato Chip Rock is a running race held in ramona, California on November 21, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Hike: Potato Chip Rock?
Saturday, November 21, 2026 in ramona, California at Ramona, CA 92065. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hike: Potato Chip Rock?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hike: Potato Chip Rock

Nov 21, 2026

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