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HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL

HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL is a running race on October 17, 2026 in San Diego, CA.

Date
October 17, 2026 (50 days to go)
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Escape Into Nature This October! 

Join us for an unforgettable fall adventure on the Santa Margarita Trail in San Diego!

Experience one of Southern California's scenic hikes as we wander through beautiful oak groves, cross the Santa Margarita River, and enjoy crisp October weather. This 5.3-mile hike is considered easy to moderate and is good for beginners too. 

Weather

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

75°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

8%

Based on US Climate Normals data from San Diego Lindbergh Fld, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:54 AMSunset 6:13 PMDaylight 11h 19m

Host City

About San Diego, CA

Population

1,385,061

as of 2023

City Elevation

352 ft

Nearest Airport

SAN

San Diego International Airport · 3 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

50

Days to train

Race
HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL
Date
October 17, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL?
HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL is a running race held in San Diego, California on October 17, 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 SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 in San Diego, California at 4251 River Edge Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

HIKE SANTA MARGARITA TRAIL

Oct 17, 2026

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