The Peak 50k/Marathon/Half Marathon Julian, California, United States

Event description

Running mostly along single track trail with spectacular views, The Peak climbs Cuyamaca Peak-San Diego County's second highest. The return marathon trip takes you back up to the top of Cuyamaca Peak for a total elevation gain and loss of 10,000 feet. The half marathon follows in the footsteps of the 50K and marathon, climbing up the challenging Conejos Trail before reaching the peak and a return trip back to the start/finish area. Turn right onto connector trail and under freeway to AS. Sweetwater Aid Station #1. Section 3: Start at Sweetwater AS #1. Turn right onto Harvey Moore Trail. You can also email Ken via the Trailfit website to report areas where trail work is needed.

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Foot race | 17 Oct 2026
29.8 mi
Distance
ft
Elevation gain
6,483 ft
Elevation high
5,112 ft
Elevation avg
Trail/Dirt
ft
Elevation loss
3,950 ft
Elevation low
21%
Climb factor
Course last updated 14 Jul 2022
The Peak 50k/Marathon/Half Marathon - 50K course map

Stats summary

Race distanceDistanceEle gainEle lossEle avgPavedGravelDirtNarrow
1/2 Marathon11.7 mi2,841 ft2,838 ft5,469 ft9%91%0%47%
Marathon25.0 mi5,610 ft5,610 ft5,279 ft9%91%0%52%
50K29.8 mi6,348 ft6,348 ft5,112 ft7%93%0%60%
Foot race
17 Oct 2026

Race organization
Second Wind Trail Running

Race director
Jaymes Chuderski
Race data contributors