Del Dios Trail Race
JAN
4
2026
Challenge yourself on scenic single track and dirt roads around Lake Hodges at the Race of the Gods, a January trail classic near Escondido. Options from short fun runs to epic ultramarathons make this a must for trail lovers.
Sun 4 Jan 2026
50 kilometers
13 miles
6 miles
3 miles
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Event overview
Del Dios Trail Race, called "The Race of the Gods," is an annual trail running event held in January 2026 near Lake Hodges in Escondido, California. The edition described is the 11th annual running of the event. The event is listed as a Championship Qualifier and shows 207 participants registered.
The venue is given as 20188 Lake Dr, Escondido, CA 92029. Courses are described as featuring dirt service roads or single track trails, with elevation gains that vary by distance between 100' and 1000'.
Races, courses and fees
- 50K - $141.08
- Half Marathon (13.0 mi) - $95.07
- 10K (6.1 mi) - $62.97
- 5K (3.1 mi) - $46.93
Official route files for each distance are available on Strava. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon
6 mi
10k
3 mi