Marine Corps Mud Run
Sat, Jun 7 at 8:30am
2025 Marine Corps Mud Run
Are you ready to get Muddy?
OBSTACLES
- Double Time Mud Pit
- The Gauntlet
- Reload, Refuel
- Boot Camp
- Leave No Man Behind
- Sugar Cookie
- Force Protection Blockade
- Triple Threat
- Oscar Hotel Papa
- Fox Hole
- Storm the Castle
- Alpha Oscar Lima
- Walk the Plank
- Tire Assault
- Hellzapoppin’ Ridge
- Stunt Puddle
- Mud pits and more
WHO
Due to an increased Security policy Mud Run is open to Authorized Base Patrons only.
SCHEDULE
7:30am Runner Check-In, Venue, and Bag Check Open
8:30am Race Start Wave #1
Additional waves start every 10-15 minutes
ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION FEES does not include processing fee
Includes, a fun and challenging 7K obstacle course, finisher medal, finish line refreshments, and venue activities (food booths, music, lawn games, vendor booths, bag check area, and more)
MCI-West Active Duty – $40
Military Dependents/Retirees – $50
Authorized Base Patrons – $65
Optional MCMR T-Shirt – +$15
Day-of registration – +$10
Additional T-shirts may be available on race day for $20 (limited supplies/sizes)
REGISTRATION
Online registration opens April 1 at 9am
Online registration closes June 2 at 9am
Please arrive 90 minutes prior to wave time
MAP
View Course Map
AGE LIMIT
Due to the difficulty and size of some obstacles, there is an age limit of 13+.
GOODY BAG
All runners will receive a "Grab 'n Go" goody bag as they finish the run filled with nutrition, hydration, and various sponsor items.
RULES
- Absolutely no headphones/ear buds allowed.
- Service and working dogs only in the venue.
- No strollers or dogs allowed on the course (due to rough terrain).
- Event held rain or shine (unless deemed unsafe).
- Pendleton Races has the right to modify the course if necessary for safety or base training exercises.
- Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
MORE MUDDY INFO
There will be a bag complimentary bag check area for you to drop off your items while you run. Please note that MCCS Camp Pendleton is not responsible for lost or misplaced bags. We highly recommend leaving your valuables in your vehicle.
The Marine Corps Mud Run is a clear bag only venue. If you don't have a clear bag, we will have complimentary drawstring clear bags available in all our parking areas.
- Bags must be clear plastic or clear vinyl and not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
- Prohibited bags include but are not limited to large purses, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, or luggage of any kind.
- The parking areas and venue will have extensive security measures to include bag search checkpoints, military canine units, and undercover security personnel.
Post-race venue will include food trucks, lawn games, showers, sponsor booths, and our Hard Corps Store selling vintage race t-shirts and other Hard Corps Race Series items.
DIRECTIONS
Base Access via Main Gate
Follow Vandegrift Road approximately nine miles, stay in the left lane as you approach Rattle Snake Canyon Road.
Do not veer right up Rattlesnake Canyon, stay in the left lane for another mile, and then turn left at Santa Margarita Road and follow "Event Parking" signs to access the participant parking areas.
Base Access via Pulgas Gate
Take the Las Pulgas exit and head east towards the Las Pulgas gate.
Continue on Las Pulgas Rd until you reach Basilone Road and turn right.
At Vandegrift, turn left and stay in the left lane as you approach Rattlesnake Canyon Road.
Do not veer right up Rattlesnake Canyon, stay in the left lane for another mile, and then turn left at Santa Margarita Road and follow "Event Parking" signs to access the participant parking areas.
Base Access via San Luis Rey Gate
Follow Vandegrift Rd approximately four miles, turn right onto Santa Margarita Road, and follow "Event Parking" signs to access the participant parking areas.
PARKING
Once in the Lake O'Neill area, please follow the Event Parking signs to the designated parking areas. Note that some parking lots may have up to a one mile walk to the venue.
QUESTIONS
race@usmc-mccs.org
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