
La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run is a running race on January 30, 2027 in South El Monte, CA.
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Raccoon Run
Join Los Mugrosos 4x4 for the inaugural event of the La Vida Sucia Animal Series as we kick off the series with the Raccoon Run at the beautiful Whittier Narrows Nature Center in South El Monte, California.
More than just a race, the Animal Series is a celebration of the outdoors, community, adventure, and the spirit of La Vida Sucia. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, tackling your first trail race, enjoying a morning walk with friends, or cheering on your kids, the Raccoon Run welcomes participants of all experience levels.
🏃 10K Trail Run (6.2 Miles)
🏃 5K Trail Run (3.1 Miles)🦝 Kids Run
A fun, family-friendly race created especially for our youngest adventurers. Every child gets the chance to cross the finish line and be part of the Animal Series.
Every Registration Includes
• Official Raccoon Run race bib
• Exclusive Animal Series finisher medal
• Professional race organization
• Access to the beautiful Whittier Narrows Nature Center trails
• Finish line celebration
Whether you’re here to compete, explore, or simply spend a memorable morning outdoors with family and friends, you’ll become part of a growing community that believes adventure is for everyone.
Run. Ride. Explore.
Welcome to La Vida Sucia.
Hosted by Los Mugrosos 4x4
Weather
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
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Gabriel Fire Dept, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
19,413
as of 2023
City Elevation
257 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
145
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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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.
Coming Up
La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run
Jan 30, 2027