Trail Running calendar near Del Mar 2026-2027

A free, social trail run on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Newport Coast and Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. The route is about 7.5 miles with roughly 1,290 ft of elevation gain and finishes with snacks and a raffle.

The The Ranch 50K will take place in Daley Ranch on Saturday 14 February 2026. You can run between 21 and 50 kilometers.

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.

Sycamore Canyon on Feb 28, 2026 is a loop course trail event at Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve near Poway, CA. It offers 100K and 50K as solo or four person relays and a half marathon; solo 100K entrants need a prior 50K or longer f..

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 through an active limestone quarry at the Cemex Quarry Quest 5K in Rialto, where rugged terrain and towering industrial equipment create a thrilling backdrop. Enjoy a memorable race while supporting cancer awareness and fundraising.

Multi-distance trail races through Anza Borrego Desert near Julian, CA, with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options, campground amenities, full aid stations, and included race shirt and finisher medals.

A trail marathon and shorter races held March 14, 2026 in Avalon on Catalina Island. The event includes the state Off Road Marathon Championship plus 10K, 5K and a Kids Run.

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.

A timed endurance event at Lake Cuyamaca offering 6-, 12-, and 24-hour options, cupless racing, included access fee, campground headquarters, and a no-refund policy.

Trail races in Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park on March 21, 2026 offering 6k, 10k, half marathon and 30k options. Courses run through the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains with climbs, views and native oak habitat.

A loop-based trail endurance event in Fallbrook, CA on March 21, 2026 offering 12 hour solo, 12 hour team, and 6 hour solo formats. Each 4 mile loop gains about 1,300 feet and a stocked aid station supports every lap.

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.

Challenge yourself at the Billy Goat Mountain Climb on April 4, 2026 in Cleveland National Forest near Silverado CA. Choose the 17 Miler Silverado Loop, Half Marathon or 10K and tackle rugged trails with big climbs and creekside scenery.

Trail run and hike options of 6K and 10 mile take place in El Moro Canyon at Crystal Cove State Park on April 4, 2026. Registration includes race photos, a shirt, and a finisher medal; park parking is $15 per vehicle.

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 50K in Julian, California on April 11, 2026 is an out and back trail race that descends into desert terrain then returns via a long climb, with fully stocked aid stations and a 150 runner limit.

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..