Ultra Running Hub Julian, CA, United States · Saturday, October 17, 2026
Fixed Distance 50K
The Peak 50k Race
31 days away
50 km Distance
3,000 m Climbing
7.0 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 60 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Field size ~64 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, October
Daytime high 25°C
Night low 13°C
Rainfall Dry — rain unlikely
Daylight 11 h 21 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for October — NASA POWER, grid elevation 584 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 3,000 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes60 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles3,000 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
Running mostly along single track trail with spectacular views, The Peak climbs Cuyamaca Peak—San Diego County’s second highest.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.