Name: Marcona Wind Trail
Start: 2026-12-06
End: 2026-12-06
Location: San Juan de Marcona

About the Event

Marcona Wind Trail is set to captivate endurance runners from around the globe on December 6th, 2026. This ultra marathon takes place along the stunning coastline of San Juan de Marcona, where desert landscapes meet tranquil seas. The event has consistently exceeded expectations since its inception, drawing athletes who are eager to challenge themselves in one of Peru's and Latin America’s most celebrated trail races.
The course itself is a unique blend of natural wonders that few other events can offer. Runners will traverse dramatic cliffs overlooking the ocean, navigate serene beaches, and explore an awe-inspiring forest of stone figures perched above sea level. The highlight of this terrain includes a remarkable formation resembling a perfectly poised elephant, standing still as if watching over the vast expanse of water stretching out before it.
This race is more than just a competition; it’s an immersive journey through diverse landscapes that showcase the raw beauty and unique geology of Peru's coastal desert region. Participants will experience firsthand how nature’s sculpted formations create an unforgettable backdrop for this challenging yet rewarding ultra marathon.

Races Offered

100K

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 100K

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Type — Running

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$119.71

10K

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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$60.43

21K

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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$75.25

35K Night

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 35K

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Type — Running

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$90.07

42K

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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$90.07

65K

Dec 06, 2026

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Distance — 65K

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$104.89

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in San Juan de Marcona.

thermostat Temperature

18.5° / 23.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

17.2° / 21.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 57m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

21.6 km/h (Moderate breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

77.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:25

nightlight Sunset

18:26

About San Juan de Marcona

Learn more about the host city, San Juan de Marcona.

San Juan de Marcona is the capital of the Marcona District of Nazca Province, Ica Region, Peru. It is a mining, commercial, port, and fishing town, with a population of approximately 20,000 inhabitants. Known as the iron capital and cradle of the Humboldt penguin on the Peruvian coast.

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Marcona Wind Trail

About the Event

Races Offered

100K

10K