Run into the sunset. Finish beneath the stars.
The Mission Trails Twilight Runs return for the second year, inviting runners to experience one of San Diego's most iconic trail systems in a whole new light (or dark). As the sun sets over the mountains, the course transforms into an unforgettable adventure, combining golden-hour views, challenging climbs, and the excitement of running beneath the stars.
2027 Registration Opens on Sept 7 2026
COURSES
FEATURES
North and South Fortuna
TERRAIN
Technical Single Track/Fire Rds
ELEV. GAIN
25K= 3600'.50K= 7200'
EVENT DATE: May 22, 2027
EVENT LOCATION: Mission Trails- East Fortuna Staging
EVENT ADDRESS: Off 52 and Mast Blvd
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Mission Trails Twilight Runs!
Trail racing is back at one of the most iconic parks in San Diego! What better way to experience iconic Mission Trails Park, than with a little sunset view at the top of North and South Fortuna Mountains. That's right... Sunset!! With a mid to late afternoon start for both the 50K and 25K, trail runners will experience the trails in both daylight and under the night sky! So, grab your best trail shoes and your headlamp for this epic adventure on the trails!
Runners will take on steep climbs, sweeping views, and rocky descents as they traverse one of the city’s most dramatic landscapes. Whether you're here to push your limits or soak in the surreal beauty of nightfall on the mountain, Mission Trails Twilight Runs is a race you won’t forget, because most people never get to run here at night.
This event is STRICTLY limited to 300 runners.
COURSE RECORDS
50K Course:
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Nathan Brown 4:43:30 (2026)
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Morgan Olson 7:21:22 (2026)
25K Course:
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Brent Taylor 2:16:46 (2026)
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Britt Hatch 3:00:24 (2026)
PAST RESULTS
2026 WINNERS
50K (MALE):
Nathan Brown 4:42:30
Daniel Goulet 5:56:02
Zerek Zimmerman 5:58:40
50K (FEMALE):
Morgan Olson 7:21:22
Erica Wilkinson 7:21:27
Mary Nelson 8:07:43
2026 WINNERS
25K (MALE):
Brent Taylor 2:16:46
Eric Harper 2:35:30
Evan Helman 2:36:34
25K (FEMALE):
Britt Hatch 3:00:24
Heather Wilson 3:11:34
Shannon Garvey 3:12:52
Course Maps and Links
25K and 50K Course
TRAIL RUN LEVEL: TRAIL RUN EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
COURSE TYPE 100% DIRT
COURSE TYPE: LOOP COURSE
25K: 1 LAP
50K: 2 LAPS
TERRAIN: DIRT SERVICE ROAD AND TECHNICAL SINGLE TRACK
ELEVATION GAIN: 2706 FT (PER LAP)
AID STATIONS: 4 ON COURSE, 1 AT 50K CHECKPOINT
COURSE LIMIT: 6 HOURS (25K), 10 HOURS (50K)
5K Course
TRAIL RUN LEVEL: BEGINNER FRIENDLY COURSE
COURSE TYPE: 100% DIRT
COURSE TYPE: OUT AND BACK
TERRAIN: DIRT SERVICE ROAD
ELEVATION GAIN: 84 FT
AID STATIONS: 0 ON COURSE
COURSE LIMIT: 90 MIN
