Trail Running calendar near Del Mar 2026-2027

A Thanksgiving morning coastal 1K 5K and 10K walk and run in Huntington Beach that raises funds with World Help to drill clean water wells serving communities worldwide.

A dirt-trail event at Black Mountain Ranch Park on November 28, 2026, offering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K courses with significant climbing. Field limited to 300 runners; terrain includes service roads and single-track.

One mile loop ultra on hardpacked dirt with timed 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour options plus relay teams. Live chip timing, free on course camping, continuous food service, and a 31 hour buckle challenge to reach 100 miles.

A 50 mile point to point trail race through Cleveland National Forest and Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, featuring Stonewall Peak and Oriflamme Canyon. Aid stations, drop bag rules, shuttle options, and finish amenities at Stagecoach Trails ar..

A 28k trail run in Fremont Canyon at Irvine Regional Park featuring about 3800 feet of elevation change and four aid stations. The course runs on fire roads, is cupless, and participants are asked to carry personal hydration.

A Last Person Standing race in Yucaipa, CA on December 11, 2026 where runners repeat hourly 4.167 mile loops until one person remains. The overnight event uses foothill trails, headlamps, a basecamp with firelight, and limited camping.

A trail running event at Crystal Cove State Park near Laguna Beach with 15K, 6K and a Kids 1k, marked courses and aid stations. The 15K carries a $2,000 prize purse and the event includes race shirts, medals, breakfast and a beer garden.

Trail races at Daley Ranch near Dixon Lake offer 10 Mile, 10K and 5K courses from El Caballo Park with single track and dirt roads. The 10 Mile climbs Standley Peak for a 360 degree view and the field is limited to 300 runners.

Dirty December Trail Run in San Diego on December 20, 2026 offers marathon, half marathon, 10K and a six hour hill climb on a 2.5 mile loop. The event includes solo and team costume awards plus King and Queen of the hill honors.

Trail races on Catalina Island featuring a 50 Mile and a 50K course that start and finish in Avalon. Organized by the Avalon Lions Club to raise funds for island charities and schools, with ocean views and possible bison sightings.

Experience a diverse trail running event in Escondido featuring everything from a 50 mile ultra to a stroller friendly 5k. Explore the valley floor or climb to the summit of Raptor Ridge in this cupless race series.

A Spartan Race weekend at Lake Perris State Recreation Area on Jan 23 and 24, 2027 features 5K, 10K and 21K obstacle races plus a kids race. The course is described as flat and fast with lakeside views and park facilities.

Trail races at Lake Hodges in Escondido on January 24, 2027, offering 5K to 50K distances on dirt roads and single track with 100 to 1000 feet of elevation gain.

A 24 hour individual and team trail race at Lake Perris featuring repeated laps of the Molcajete 1.0 loop of about four miles with significant climbing. Teams of four run in a fixed rotation and awards go to top individuals and teams.

Trail races at Daley Ranch on February 13, 2027 include a 50K (two 25K loops) and a half marathon, three fully stocked aid stations, defined cut off times, and pre race training runs.

A trail race in San Pasqual Valley with 10K, half marathon and 20 mile options through vineyards and orange groves. Longer routes summit Raptor Ridge twice and the finish includes a free local wine tasting. Field limited to 450 runners.

A self supported trail run in San Diego on 20 February 2027. Participants follow an unmarked single loop of about 51 miles with no aid stations and limited resupply points along the route.

Trail running at Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve near San Diego with solo and relay options over 100K, 50K and a half marathon. Organized by Dirty Feet Productions; solo 100K entrants require prior 50K or longer completion.

A multi-distance trail event on Catalina Island in Avalon on March 13, 2027, featuring a marathon, 10K, 5K and a kids run. The 49th annual edition is California's State Off-Road Marathon Championship and includes a Triple Crown challenge.

A trail race weekend in Anza Borrego Desert State Park on March 13, 2027, offering 50K, marathon, and half marathon courses with aid stations and on-site campground facilities. Participants receive a tech shirt and a finisher medal.