Trail Running calendar near Descanso 2025-2026

Tackle scenic Lake Hodges trails at the Del Dios Trail Race on Jan 4, 2026, with distances from 5K to a challenging 50K. Run dirt service roads and single track, enjoy sweeping views, and compete at a Championship Qualifier event.

Run scenic San Pasqual trails on Jan 10, 2026 with distances from a youth 1 mile to a 50 mile ultra. Finishers get a tri blend shirt, handcrafted wooden medal, free race photos and awards for top finishers.

Run The Ranch 50K or Half Marathon at scenic Daley Ranch in Escondido on February 14, 2026. Challenging looped trails with big elevation and stocked aid stations make this a rewarding SoCal Ultra Series qualifier for trail lovers.

Take on scenic single track trails at the ninth annual San Pasqual Valley Trail Race in Escondido, with 20 Mile, half marathon and 10K options that summit Raptor Ridge. Celebrate at the finish with free wine tasting from local vineyards.

Enjoy scenic single loop trails at Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve near Poway, CA on Saturday February 28 2026. Choose from solo 50K and 100K, a half marathon, or four person relays for the ultra distances.

Run rugged private trails between working ranches in Japatul Valley near Alpine CA, with distances from a 2k kids run to a 15k. Solo runners and three person teams welcome, with aid stations, a shirt, and finish goodies.

Challenge yourself on scenic Anza Borrego desert singletrack at the Old West Trail Runs near Julian, CA on March 14, 2026, with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options. Aid stations, campground showers, tech shirts and SoCal Ultra Series q..

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.

Test your endurance at Pirate's Cove on March 20, 2026 at scenic Lake Cuyamaca with 6, 12, and 24 hour timed run and hike options. Camp by the lake and enjoy rugged trails, friendly competition, and stunning views.

Run the Coast to Crest 10K or 5K on scenic Del Mar trails, with mostly flat, hard packed dirt and wide lagoon views. This out and back race is the final Championship Qualifier of the Sunshine Series and finishes with a fun downhill.

Explore scenic trails at Diamond Valley Lake during Bedrock Valley Trail Runs, a weekend of trail races and gravel bike courses. Chip timed and cupless so bring your own hydration, with finisher shirts and medals for finishers.

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 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.

Run the O'Neill Park Trail Races on Saturday May 16 2026 in Trabuco Canyon with distances from 10k to 50k through oak and sycamore canyons. Scenic singletrack, rolling climbs and coastal scrub create a memorable trail race experience.

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.