BootCamp Challenge

Due to the federal goverment shutdown, the 2025 MCRD Boot Camp Challenge has been canceled. We appreciate everyone’s support and understanding, and we look forward to welcoming participants back at a future event once normal operations resume.

All paid participants will automatically receive a full refund for their 2025 Boot Camp Challenge registration. No action is required. Please allow two weeks for the refund to be processed, depending on your financial institution.

For updates, please check bootcampchallenge.com and our official social media channels.

This is the FINAL call to participate in the Boot Camp Challenge obstacle course race! Registration closes on Wednesday, October 15th.

Celebrate 250 years of the USMC and receive an amazing race kit:
🏅250th Anniversary Finisher Medal
👕 T-Shirt
🎟️ Drink Ticket (21+)

Sign up now: bootcampchallenge.com

Best of all? Ages 18+ can enter to WIN a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, courtesy of San Diego Harley-Davidson!

No federal endorsement implied.

🌟 This year is special. YOU have the opportunity to run the same historic grounds that more than 1.5 million young men and women have trained to become U.S. Marines since 1921.

You’ll tackle a 3-mile obstacle course and feel the motivation of over 60 Marine Corps Drill Instructors. The event is free for spectators, and the course is designed for all fitness levels and ages 14+.

Join the celebration at MCRD San Diego and celebrate 250 years of the Marine Corps! Registration closes in 8 days: http://ms.spr.ly/6182sLqmy

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra Earl )

The Boot Camp Challenge race schedule is OUT! 🗒️

All your race day info is in one place at bootcampchallenge.com/raceday.
✅ Bib Pickup
✅ Base Access
✅ Parking
✅ T-Shirt Pickup
✅ Gear Check

Start preparing and planning ahead! Less than 2 weeks to go!

For the first time ever, one attendee at Boot Camp Challenge (open to the public) will ride away with a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Open to runners and spectators! The winner will be announced at the Awards Ceremony.

*To enter, you must be 18+ and present to win. Eligibility requirements and terms may apply.

Huge thank you to our sponsor San Diego Harley-Davidson for making this giveaway possible!

No Federal Endorsement Implied

Not running? No problem! The Boot Camp Challenge is open to the public and free for all spectators. Come cheer on your fellow runners and enjoy FREE entertainment and activities all morning. Get ready for:

🚚 Military vehicle & equipment displays
🎨 FREE camo face painting
🔫 FREE laser tag
🐕 K-9 demonstrations
🛍️ Sponsor & vendor booths
..and so much more!

⚠️ IMPORTANT: You will be accessing a military base. Please read the base access guidelines thoroughly before you arrive. All details can be found here:

🔗 bootcampchallenge.com/raceday

Our Drill Instructors are waiting. Registration for the Boot Camp Challenge CLOSES in 12 days.

Run solo or form a 3-person team and sign up NOW. This is your ONLY chance to run the obstacle course during the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. All fitness levels are welcome. 🔗 Register now: http://ms.spr.ly/6181sxwXb

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexander O. Devereux and Lance Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

It’s the FINAL DAY of America’s Air Show 2025! ✈️ This is your last chance to stop by our Boot Camp Challenge booth at MCAS Miramar (look for O17 on the site map).

Even the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and Western Recruiting Region, Lance Cpl. Bruno stopped by to check it out. Swing by to learn more about the challenge, grab some free swag, and get a special discount on your entry! 👋

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)

You can run...but you can't hide. Ages 14+, sign up now to run alongside over 60 Drill Instructors on Saturday, October 18th. It's an exciting experience you will never forget! Register: www.bootcampchallenge.com

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Grawcock and Cpl. Alexander O. Devereux)

💥 LAST CHANCE TO SAVE 10% WITH CODE MEDAL10. VALID UNTIL 10/24/25 AT 11:59 PM PDT.

Ever wanted to run the boot camp obstacle course alongside over 60 Drill Instructors?

Saturday, October 18th of this year is the public’s ONLY chance to celebrate 250 years of the Marine Corps at MCRD San Diego’s Boot Camp Challenge! All fitness levels and ages 14+ are welcome to run.

Registration will close on October 15th. Sign up now at bootcampchallenge.com