Trail Running calendar near Carlsbad 2025-2026

The Oriflamme 50K near Julian, CA offers sunrise views over Anza Borrego as the route drops from the Pacific Crest to Blair Valley. Limited to 150 runners, this out and back features varied trail footing, full aid, and a 9 hour cutoff.

Badwater Salton Sea is an epic team ultramarathon from the Salton Sea to Palomar Mountain, mixing road and single track through desert and mountain scenery. Teams of two or three tackle 81 miles in a small, supported field.

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..

Run the Natro Noli trail race on Soboba Reservation in San Jacinto CA with marathon, half, 5k and kids 3k on scenic rugged single track. Limited to 100 runners and raising funds for a Noli student scholarship, with shirts and awards.

Machete Trail Madness 100k at Lake Perris on April 25, 2026 offers 10k, 50k and 100k trail races on very technical terrain with steep climbs and stunning lake views. Camp at the start, enjoy aid stations and free race photos.

San Diego 100 is a rugged 100 mile loop ultramarathon around Lake Cuyamaca on May 1 and 2, 2026, featuring mostly single track mountain trails and about 15,400 feet of climbing. With a 32 hour time limit it serves as a Western States 100 qu..

Run through the vines at Orfila Vineyards in Escondido on May 2, 2026 for the first annual Trails n Vines Wine Run. Choose 3, 6 or 9 miles and enjoy post race wine tastings and a food truck in a scenic vineyard finish.

Run the scenic O'Neill Park Trail Races in Trabuco Canyon with distances from 10k to 50k through oak and canyon singletrack. Expect rugged trails, great views and small town race vibes with on site parking and bib pickup options.

Run the 10K at Big Bear Mountain Resort through high altitude pine forest on technical singletrack with Sierra views, wildflowers and wildlife. The weekend also features Spartan obstacle races and team starts.

Nanny Goat is a Memorial Day weekend multi distance ultrarun at a Riverside horse ranch where you run timed laps on a flat 1 mile loop. Camping, family friendly amenities and medals for every runner who completes at least one lap.

Tackle 50 miles of single track on the Pacific Crest Trail through Cleveland National Forest, featuring rocky terrain and 7,500 feet of climbing. The 44th PCT 50 on June 6, 2026 rewards grit with big views and full aid stations.

Run Fullerton's inaugural 5K on dirt trails through Brea Dam and along the tennis center and golf course. Afterward enjoy a Health and Wellness Fair with local vendors, fitness demos and food trucks.

Tackle scenic, technical single track on Black Mountain in San Diego at the Black Mountain Trail Races on June 20, 2026, with 50K, 25K, and half marathon options. Expect rugged chaparral terrain, big views, and supportive aid stations.

Take on the Mt. Baldy 5000, a scenic, mostly uphill mountain 5K at Mt Baldy Resort that tests your legs and rewards you with great views. Celebrate at the Top of the Notch with BBQ, live music and a relaxing chairlift ride back.

Run the Harding Hustle in Cleveland National Forest near Modjeska Canyon on July 18, 2026. Choose 15K, 30K or challenging 50K along scenic truck and forest roads with aid stations and a cupless, low support wilderness vibe.

Run under a full moon on the scenic Elder Creek Night Runs near Anza, California, with a 4.6 mile loop through manzanita, rock formations and Cahuilla Mountain views. Limited to 200 runners, multiple loop distances from 9 miles to 50K.

Run a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon around scenic Green Valley Lake, tackling a lake loop and a challenging climb to forest viewpoints on mixed paved and dirt roads. Enjoy post race festivities while supporting The Children’s Forest.

Riley Park Trail Races on August 1, 2026 at Thomas F Riley Wilderness Park feature a 3.3 mile loop with distances from 5k to 30k plus a 6 hour challenge. Every finisher receives a race shirt and medal and the course welcomes all paces.

Run the rugged Noble Canyon Trail Races in Pine Valley, CA, choosing a challenging 50K or lively 15K through rocky climbs, ridgelines and pine forests. Expect scenic views, technical singletrack and spirited aid station support.

Run a challenging 100K through the wild trails of Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, featuring mountain ridges, desert views and stretches of the Pacific Crest Trail. This three loop course near San Diego is a Western States qualifier and a true t..