WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO
San Diego's Wicked Fast Half Marathon offers a premier speed course designed for personal bests and Boston Qualifying.
Race Date
Jun 13, 2026
Location
El Cajon, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Location
- El Cajon, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Wicked Fast Half Marathon in San Diego positions itself as a premier speed course, designed to facilitate personal bests and Boston Qualifying times. Starting in the mountain town of Alpine, California, the race utilizes a net downhill profile, dropping nearly 1,500 feet from start to finish. Runners will experience the scenic rolling terrain of San Diego's East County on a course characterized by long, flowing descents and fast pavement.
The event aims to provide a blazing-fast Southern California race experience. The course is noted for its smooth pavement and gentle rollers, making it a target for runners seeking breakthrough performances. The finish line is set at the Sycuan Casino Resort, promising a memorable conclusion to the race.
Race-provided description
Experience San Diego’s newest and fastest marathon! The Wicked Fast Marathon & Half Marathon San Diego is San Diego’s premier speed course, featuring a net downhill drop of under 1,500 feet from start to finish — fully compliant for Boston Qualifying with zero penalties. Starting in the mountain town of Alpine, California, runners cruise through San Diego’s East County on a smooth, scenic rolling descent and finish in unforgettable style at Sycuan Casino Resort. With long, flowing downhills, gentle rollers, and fast pavement, this course is purpose-built for PRs, BQs, and breakthrough performances — delivering a stunning Southern California race experience that’s as beautiful as it is blazing fast.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Start Time
6:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
5469 Casino Way,, El Cajon, CA, 92019
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 10 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO?
The WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
Where does the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO take place?
It takes place in El Cajon, California.
What distances does the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO course flat and good for a PR?
The WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO is a rolling hills, point to point course.
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