Trail Running calendar near Borrego Springs 2026-2027

Run scenic, rolling trails through Escondido's Daley Ranch with a rugged 50K two loop challenge or a single loop half marathon. Both races start and finish at Dixon Lake with stocked aid stations and SoCal Ultra Series points.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a bold, self supported trail loop in San Diego. This unmarked 51 mile course around PQ Canyon demands navigation and self reliance, rewarding runners with scenic trails and a true backcountry challenge.

Trail race in San Pasqual Valley with 20 mile, half marathon and 10K options; the longer courses summit Raptor Ridge twice and most of the terrain is single track. Finish line features a free wine tasting with local vineyards.

Challenge yourself at Sycamore Canyon in Poway CA on Feb 28, 2026 with looped 100K and 50K ultradistance options plus a half marathon at Goodman Ranch Preserve. Solo and 4 person relay entries available for the ultras.

Ranch to Ranch brings you rugged single track trails between working ranches in scenic Japatul Valley, with distances from a fun kids 2K to a challenging 15K. Enjoy a lively ranch vibe, team competition, and sweet swag including long sleeve..

Run 50K, marathon, or half marathon in Anza Borrego Desert State Park, starting and finishing at Stagecoach Trails RV Resort. Sandy jeep roads and singletrack deliver stunning desert scenery and a SoCal Ultra Series qualifier.

The Ultramaraton Baja Trail 50 will take place in Playas de Rosarito on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run between 30 and 50 kilometers.

Test your endurance at Pirate's Cove, a timed run and hike at scenic Lake Cuyamaca with 6, 12 and 24 hour options. Cupless event with campground HQ and camping; bring your own cup or buy a souvenir. Military and veteran discounts available.

Explore oak and chaparral trails in the Santa Ana foothills at the Whiting Ranch Trail Races. Choose 6k, 10k, half marathon or 30k, enjoy marked, supported courses, event swag, and a post race beer from Docent Brewing.

A rugged high desert half marathon and 10K in Pioneertown with views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Proceeds support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and entries include chip timing, aid stations, a finisher mug and a finisher shirt.

A coastal trail race in Del Mar on March 28, 2026, featuring 10K and 5K out-and-back courses on hard-packed dirt with flat terrain, lagoon views, a downhill finish, and status as the Sunshine Series final qualifier.

Trail runs and gravel rides at Diamond Valley Lake Marina in Hemet CA on April 11–12, 2026, with multiple distances for adults and kids, a stroller-only 5k, cupless aid stations, and finisher shirts and medals for marked run events.

Oriflamme is a 50K out and back trail race in the Julian and Anza Borrego Desert that combines sweeping desert vistas with steep canyon climbs and sandy single track. Limited to 150 runners, finishers earn a medal and technical shirt.

Badwater Salton Sea is an epic 81 mile team ultra from the Salton Sea to Palomar Mountain, gaining over 9,000 feet across desert roads and single track. Teams of two or three run together through extreme heat and wildly variable conditions.

Run a scenic 5K on trails and roads through Ramona Wine Country with mud, hills and a choice of one or two loops, then stick around for a fun Beer Mile and wine tasting. Live music, pizza and proceeds supporting veterans add to the festival..

Take on rugged single track and sandy climbs at the Annual NATRO@NOLI Indian School Trail Races in San Jacinto, CA. Marathon, Half, 5k and Kids 3k distances, limited spots, with proceeds supporting Noli Indian School.

Machete Trail Madness at Lake Perris on April 25, 2026 offers 10K, 50K and 100K trail options over rugged lakeside loops. Camp with the group, use staffed aid and grab free pro photos of your effort.

Take on the San Diego 100, a scenic 100 mile loop around Lake Cuyamaca near Julian, CA, on May 1 and 2, 2026, an official Western States qualifier for solo or crewed runners. Expect rugged single track, big climbs, a 32 hour cutoff and unfo..

Honor Dingneng Wang at this self supported marathon around Canyonside Park Driveway in San Diego. Free registration, no official aid or timing so bring your own crew or pacer and plan for a 7 hour cutoff.

A trail run through Orfila Vineyards in Escondido with 3, 6, and 9 mile options, three wine tastings for participants over 21, a kids dash, and a post-race private tasting and food truck on site.