XTERRA Malibu Creek Challenge Trail Run

super fun event! awesome park!

First time running on a trail so I opted to do a 6K (approx. 4 miles). The first two miles was a work your butt climb up the mountain type hill (almost died on the second mile coz I don’t normally run uphill for two miles straight); the third mile was a «wish you had trail running shoes» going down type of hill — yes you can go very fast and end up rollling down the hill if you’re not careful; and, the last mile was just flat — so t’was a great time to run for your dear life so you can make up time for the slow pokes who wouldn’t let you pass along the way.
Trail was beautiful with lots of scenic views of a mini lake, trees and hillside. Also, lots of horse poop along the way. You will definitely not feel you are running since your mind is so busy making sure you don’t step on the horse poopies (did I already mention that), or fall off the cliff and tumble into sharp sticks sticking out of dry bushes, or… stepping on a rattle snake. Next time I sign up for this race, I will opt for the 22K for a better challenge.
Great spot to go hiking, too! Bring lots of water esp during summer months.