Wicked Fast 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
4 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 San Diego?
The Wicked Fast Marathon San Diego is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
Where does the Wicked Fast Marathon San Diego take place?
It takes place in El Cajon, California.
What distances does the Wicked Fast Marathon San Diego offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the Wicked Fast Marathon San Diego course flat and good for a PR?
The Wicked Fast Marathon San Diego is a rolling hills, point to point course.
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