Trail Running calendar near Del Mar 2026-2027

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.

Run scenic vineyard trails at Orfila Vineyards in Escondido on May 2, 2026 and celebrate with a private post race wine tasting. Choose 3, 6 or 9 mile laps, enjoy food trucks, a finisher medal and limited registration for 400 runners.

O'Neill Park Trail Races in Trabuco Canyon on May 16, 2026 invites trail lovers to run through oak and sycamore lined canyons. Choose from 50k, marathon, 30k, half marathon or 10k for a challenging and rewarding day on scenic single track.

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.

Challenge yourself on rugged single track through chaparral and manzanita at Black Mountain with 50K, 25K, and half marathon options. Expect technical climbs, scenic coastal views, and aid stations relayed by ham radio teams.

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.

Hit the trails at Riley Park Trail Races on August 1, 2026 in Coto de Caza, CA, with looped courses from 5K to 30K and a 6 hour timed option. Every finisher gets a race shirt and medal, plus athlete guides and convenient bib pickup.

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.