Trail Running calendar near Del Mar 2026-2027

Tackle the Shadow Strike Unsanctioned Run in Chino Hills, a 4+ mile all terrain challenge across trails, gravel and open streets. No clocks, just navigation to checkpoints and cash prizes for top finishers and random participants.

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.

Trail races through O'Neill Regional Park in Trabuco Canyon with distances from 10k to 50k. Parking requires a $5 pass and registration is scheduled from October 1, 2025 through May 1, 2026.

Trails around Corral Canyon Campground in Campo, California, offer 5, 9, 14 mile and 50K options on rocky, sandy and dirt routes with marked trails, on-course aid stations, and a first come, first served dry campground at the start.

Join the 17th Nanny Goat May 23 to 24 in Riverside for looped one mile laps on a flat ranch course with camping, swimming and family friendly amenities. Options span 3 hour to 100 mile plus a 24 hour relay with on site support.

Tackle the PCT 50, a 50 mile trail run on June 6 in Cleveland National Forest with about 7,500 feet of gain on rugged single track. Expect rocky climbs and well stocked aid stations to keep you moving.

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.

A trail race in San Diego on June 20, 2026 offering 50K, 25K, and half marathon routes across volcanic terrain, technical single-track, and diverse coastal scrub habitat.

Challenge yourself on the scenic Harding Hustle in the Santa Ana Mountains near Silverado, CA, choosing 50K, 30K or 15K on rugged dirt roads. Enjoy staffed aid stations, chip timing and finisher awards while tackling big climbs and July hea..

Night trail running under a full moon on Cahuilla Band land near Anza, California, with scenic single track, rocky views, and manzanita lined loops. Choose distances up to 50K on a looped course with limited entries for an intimate race.

A looped trail event in Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park offering distances from 5k to 30k and a six hour challenge. Registration opens February 1, 2026, and every finisher receives a shirt and medal.

Run scenic and rugged trails in Noble Canyon with 50K or 15K options around Pine Valley, California. Technical climbs, fast descents and canyon views come with aid stations, race photos and great volunteer support.

Run the Cuyamaca 100K in Julian, CA, starting and finishing at Camp Cuyamaca in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Three scenic loops and big climbs on a Western States qualifying course make this a true mountain challenge.

That's No Moon Trail Races run through remote single track and jeep trails in the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, CA, offering 50 Mile, 50K and 30K options. Expect steep climbs, technical ridgelines and a true test of trail grit.

Run the Cahuilla Rez Ultra in Anza California with distances from a tribal 5k to a 100 mile and 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour loop events on a runnable two mile dirt course. Camp on site and support the Cahuilla Youth and Family Committee.

Join the Lake Hodges Trail Festival, a two day trail celebration with distances from a kid's mile to a challenging 50K plus a scenic trail duathlon. Enjoy handcrafted medals, lakeside trails and festival vibes, and remember to bring your ow..

Take on the San Diego 200, a 200 mile endurance run around San Diego County Oct 23 to 26 from Escondido. This rugged, scenic test of self reliance is for experienced ultrarunners. Registration opens Jan 19, 2026.

A trail running event at Caspers Wilderness Park on October 24, 2026, offering 10k, half marathon, 35k, marathon and 50k courses. Courses are described as marked and supported, with an athlete guide and past results available.