SoCal XC running Camp is a five day cross country camp for male and female high school students. Located at Lake Hemet Camping Grounds, this is a tent camping experience for high school students who enjoy outdoor camping and who want to improve as runners. Participants attend camp from July 20 to July 24, 2026 to take part in training sessions, group games, activities, and compete in a 2 mile time trial on Thursday, July 23. Trophies are awarded to the top three boys and girls in each time trial as well as to the fastest athlete in each grade level (9th-12th). SoCal Cross Country Camp is not affiliated with any public school. It is a private event which is open to any high school student of any running experience who wants to improve his or her abilities as a distance runner.
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SoCal XC Running Camp 2026 2026 — Mountain Center, CA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mountain Center, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
