North Coast trails
Rugged paths, valleys, headlands and plenty of climbing.
Trail Monkey · Jersey
El Diablo
A point-to-point trail Half Marathon and 10k across Jersey’s rugged north coast.
Sunday
7 Mar
2027 · Jersey
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Why El Diablo?
A proper north-coast challenge
Cliff paths, steep climbs, technical descents and big coastal views—with a marked course, friendly support and a Trail Monkey finish at Milano Bars.
A proper challenge
Uneven ground, steps, climbs and technical trail—not road racing.
Trail Monkey finish
Friendly support, drinks and treats when you reach Milano Bars.
Included with entry
More than a start number
Event T-shirt
Included when entered before the clothing order closes.
Finisher medal
A distance-specific El Diablo medal.
Marked course
Signs and barrier tape at decision points, plus GPX backup.
Aid support
Water, Coke and simple treats. The event is cup-free.
Race photos
Published after the race when photographers are available.
Trail Monkey support
Marshals and a welcoming finish for every runner.
Choose your race
Half Marathon or 10k
01 · Half Marathon
El Diablo Half Marathon
The full El Diablo experience: 13.1 miles of north-coast trails with repeated climbs and descents from Les Platons to Milano Bars.
Distance
13.1 miles
Entry fee
£45
Start
Les Platons
Start time
09:00
Elevation
~2,096 ft
Cut-off
4 hours
Terrain
Rocky, muddy and potentially slippery coastal trail with steep steps, climbs and descents.
How hard is it?
Do not compare it with a flat road Half. Walking steeper climbs is normal; arrive experienced off-road and comfortable covering the distance.
Aid & finish
Carry enough food and fluid between simple support points. Water, Coke and treats are provided, with refreshments at the finish.
02 · 10k
El Diablo 10k
A concentrated taste of Jersey’s north coast, starting at Crabbe and finishing alongside the Half at Milano Bars.
Distance
10 km
Entry fee
£35
Start
Crabbe
Start time
10:00
Elevation
~700 ft
Cut-off
2 hours
Terrain
Uneven trail, climbs and descents. Shorter than the Half, but not a flat road 10k moved onto a coastal path.
Who is it for?
A strong option if you already cover 10k comfortably and want to step into longer or more technical trail racing.
Finish
Join the Half Marathon runners at Milano Bars for the same supportive Trail Monkey finish.
Race day
Point-to-point planning
The distances start in different places and both finish at Milano Bars. Sort your transport before race morning.
Half Marathon
- Start
- Les Platons
- Time
- 09:00
- Finish
- Milano Bars
10k
- Start
- Crabbe
- Time
- 10:00
- Finish
- Milano Bars
Arrive early enough to register, complete any kit check and attend the briefing. Final weather or course changes are sent to entrants before the event.
Getting to the start
Make the simple plan.
A lift, shared taxi or drop-off is easier than leaving a car at a point-to-point start.
Arrange a lift
Get dropped at your start and collected from Milano Bars.
Travelling alone? Share
Use the Trail Monkey Facebook group to share a taxi or lift.
Pre-book a taxi
Specify Les Platons for the Half or Crabbe for the 10k.
Check the bus
Sunday timetables change; verify LibertyBus nearer race weekend.
Plan the finish
Know how you will leave Milano Bars before you start.
Visiting Jersey
Build an El Diablo weekend
Flying
Arrive Saturday where possible and check the March 2027 schedule before booking.
Jersey Airport ↗Ferry
Useful if bringing a car; March weather can occasionally affect crossings.
Ferry information ↗Where to stay
St Helier is usually simplest without a car, with the widest choice of hotels, food and taxis.
Getting around
Pre-book a taxi or shared lift for the rural north-coast starts.
Travel, check in, organise kit and confirm Sunday transport.
Race from Les Platons or Crabbe and finish at Milano Bars.
Stay Sunday night if possible and head home Monday without rushing.
All distances
Mandatory kit
Mandatory kit is there to keep you safe if you become injured, cold, delayed or unable to continue.
Required
Mandatory in all conditions
- Trail shoes with suitable grip
- Suitable pack or means of carrying kit
- Minimum 1000ml water-carrying capacity
- Foil blanket or bivvy bag
- Long-sleeved warm layer
- Charged phone with What3Words and race-day contact number
- Whistle
- Food and nutrition
- Reusable cup or suitable drinking vessel
- Route loaded onto a phone or GPS device
- Sufficient battery for the event
Conditions
Weather-dependent kit
- Waterproof or windproof outer layer
- Hat or buff
- Gloves
- Sun cream
- Sun hat
Final requirements
Weather-dependent items will be confirmed in the final pre-event information. Arrive prepared for both hot and poor conditions.
No kit means no start.
A full kit check may be carried out. Missing kit may result in refusal to start or withdrawal from the race.
Course responsibility
Marked and self-sufficient
Course marking
Directional signs and barrier tape mark decision points. Study the route and carry the GPX as backup.
Self-sufficiency
Aid points are deliberately simple. Carry enough food and fluid for the gaps and bring your own cup.
Stay aware
If signage is moved, damaged or missed, use the route information and make safe decisions.
After the race
Results and photographs
Previous editions
El Diablo race days
Quick answers
El Diablo FAQs
Do I need trail shoes?
Yes. The north coast is technical and can become slippery, especially after rain.
Is El Diablo suitable for someone new to trail running?
The 10k can be a progression if you already cover the distance comfortably off-road. The Half demands more experience and fitness.
Will I have to run all the climbs?
No. Walking steep trail climbs is completely normal.
Is the course marked?
Yes, at decision points. A downloaded GPX remains a sensible backup.
Is all mandatory kit required?
Yes. Requirements apply to everyone and may increase if conditions demand it.
What is available at aid points?
Water, Coke and basic treats are available. Carry sufficient nutrition and fluid between points.
Is the race cup-free?
Yes. Carry your own bottle, soft flask or reusable cup.
What are the cut-offs?
Half Marathon: 4 hours. 10k: 2 hours.
How should I plan transport?
The distances start in different places and finish at Milano Bars. Arrange your lift, shared taxi or collection before race day.
I’m travelling alone. What is easiest?
Stay in St Helier and pre-book transport, or arrange a shared lift through the Trail Monkey community group.
Is there an entry deadline?
Places are limited and medals and shirts must be ordered. Enter early for the best chance of both.
What if I withdraw?
Check the current Trail Monkey terms and conditions.
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