Encinitas Turkey Trot 2026

by Encinitas Turkey Trot

road

Thursday, November 26, 2026

S Coast Hwy 101 & W D St
S Coast Hwy 101 & W D St, Encinitas, CA 92024

from $48

distances

5K10KKids K

Annual Thanksgiving morning road race along Encinitas' historic Hwy 101 corridor. Chip-timed 5K and 10K with competitive age group awards plus a Kids K. Proceeds benefit local community organizations.

course details

terrain: roadcourse: Out-and-back along Highway 101 starting and finishing under the iconic Encinitas sign, turning around at San Elijo campground with stunning coastal scenery.elevation: +80 ft

10K

terrain: roadcourse: Out-and-back along Highway 101 starting and finishing under the Encinitas sign, extending further south to the state park entrance.elevation: +150 ft

Kids K

terrain: roadcourse: Short kids fun run near the Encinitas start/finish area on Highway 101, free for children 9 and under.elevation: +10 ft

links

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start location

S Coast Hwy 101 & W D St · S Coast Hwy 101 & W D St, Encinitas, CA 92024