Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- Behind the Scenes Tour at 11:45 AM
From the Organizer
Get an up‑close look at wildlife on an exclusive Behind‑the‑Scenes tour. Enjoy an electric‑cart safari that brings you closer to some of your favorite animals as they roam and interact.
Open to ages 3 and up.
The tour is 90 minutes long.
Events
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
87°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Escondido #2.
Host City
About Escondido, CA
Population
149,913
as of 2023
Elevation
656 ft
Nearest Airport
CLD
McClellan-Palomar Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
SAN
San Diego International Airport · 28 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
33
Days to train
- Race
- Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour
- Date
- July 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour?
- Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour is a running race held in Escondido, California on July 11, 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 Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Escondido, California at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Meet at: Safari Behind the Scenes Tour
Jul 11, 2026