Ready to run along a coastal desert? You will be running alongside the Pacific Ocean in one of the driest climates in the world: the Marcona National Reserve. The small town of San Juan de Marcona, 7-hour drive south of Lima, developed in the 1900s after an abundance of natural resources like iron were discovered. Marcona’s 20,000 inhabitants depend on the mining industry for economic stability but are most proud of the region’s beauty and wildlife. Where the desert meets the coast, you can find hundreds of Guano birds, Humboldt penguins, and pelicans. The National Reserve is covered in large natural stone figures that form over centuries of constant wind and salt erosion. You will see what looks like a giant elephant drinking water made from stone and run through a desert of wind turbines. The views are stunning, and the organization is top. The race ends with a beach dance party, where runners can buy some beers, eat local ceviche, and enjoy some fun in the sun. This race was definitely made for runners by runners. Fun, beautiful, and a totally different type of race than the majority mountain trail races.
10k
10km (6.2 mi) distance
Start time: Saturday, October 24, 8:30am at Playa de Leones, Marcona
Finish location: Playa de Leones, Marcona
+/- 80m (262ft) Elevation Gain/Loss
Altitude range 3-31m (10-102ft) above sea level
1 hydration point
21k
21km (13 mi) distance
Start time: Saturday, October 24, 9:00am at Marcona’s wind farm
October 23 – November 1, 2020. Run 10, 21, 42, 65 or 100k (UTMB®) through the national desert along the coast of San Juan de Marcona, Ica (+) 4d Paracas desert beach post-race adventure to sandboard, paraglide, dune Buggy (+)…
October 23 – October 28, 2020. Run 10, 21, 42, 65, or 100k (UTMB®) through the national desert along the coast of San Juan de Marcona, Ica (+) 4d Paracas desert beach post-race adventure to sandboard, paraglide, dune buggy, SUP,…
October 23 – October 25, 2020. Run 10, 21, 42, 65, or 100k (UTMB®) through the national desert along the coast of San Juan de Marcona, Ica. Hassle free package adventure. Logistics & accommodations included.
