Trail Running calendar near Joshua Tree National Park 2024-2025

We have found 15 Trailruns within 80 miles of Joshua Tree National Park. See below where and when you can find the races.

The San Diego 100 trail run is set to take place on June 7, 2024, starting at 6:00 AM at Lake Cuyamaca, CA. The course is a challenging 100-mile loop with 90% single track mountain trails covering various recreational areas in San Diego. Participants will experience hot and dry conditions, with appr..

The Holcomb Valley Trail Run offers three distances: 33 Miles, 14 Miles, or 7 Miles, taking place on the famous Pacific Crest Trail in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event, in its 28th year, is scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2024, with registration opening on January 1, 2024. Participants can enjoy scenic ..

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July 2024

The Peak 50K, Marathon & Half Marathon in Julian, CA offers a challenging trail run with stunning views. The course includes a 2,200-foot climb over 6.5 miles, followed by a 2,800-foot descent to the Green Valley Aid Station for the marathon turnaround. The 50K route includes additional elevation ch..

The Elder Creek Night Runs will take place in Anza, CA on July 20, 2024, offering distances of 50K, 30K, 13 Miler, and 9 Miler. The event will be held under a full moon, allowing participants to enjoy a desert sunset and run on single track trails surrounded by red shank and manzanita trees. The cou..

September 2024

The J Treequinox is a 12-hour night run event to celebrate the Fall Equinox, taking place on a private 20+ acre desert course near downtown Joshua Tree, CA. The run features a 1-mile loop course with a well-stocked aid station, weekend camping, yoga, and live music. Participants can run at their own..

October 2024

The Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB is a two-day festival weekend offering 5 distances in the scenic town of Big Bear Lake, California, just a couple of hours from Los Angeles. Runners will experience diverse landscapes, including views of Big Bear Lake, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Siberia Canyon. The ev..

The Cahuilla Rez Ultra is a unique trail run held on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation in Anza, California. Participants can choose from a 100 Miler, 24-hour race, Half Marathon, or 12-hour race. The event serves as a fundraiser for the tribe's Youth and Family Programming, offering runners a chance t..

November 2024

The Machete Trail Madness offers a unique experience with its Dia De Los Muertos 100 Miler, 50 Miler, and 10 Miler races. The event takes place at Lake Perris trails, featuring a challenging 10-mile loop with 2,200 feet of elevation gain per lap. Participants can enjoy beautiful views of the lake an..

The Joshua Tree Traverse 60K trail run takes place on November 17, 2024, starting at 7:00 AM. The run covers 37 miles across Joshua Tree National Park in one day, with optional camping the night before. Aid stations with food and water are provided at the start, halfway point, and finish line. The e..

December 2024

The Anza Borrego Cuyamaca 50 Mile Run is set to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, starting at 6:30 AM. This 50-mile trail run will lead participants from the Sunrise Trailhead down into Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, offering stunning views and challenging terrain. The race finishes at Stagecoa..

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March 2025

The Old West Trail Runs will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Julian, CA, offering a 50K, marathon, and half marathon distance. Participants can enjoy the picturesque and historical trails of Anza Borrego Desert State Park, starting and finishing at Stagecoach Trails RV Resort. The event p..

The Pirate's Cove 6/12/24 hour Run/Hike takes place at Lake Cuyamaca, CA, on March 21, 2025, starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can choose between 6, 12, or 24-hour options on a 2-mile loop course with beautiful views and moderate elevation gain. The event offers a well-stocked aid station, unique aw..

April 2025

The Beyond Limits Ultra - California will take place in Idyllwild-Pine Cove from Wednesday 2 April 2025 to Sunday 6 April 2025. You can run between 50 and 72 hours.

The Bedrock Valley Trail Runs offer a variety of distances for all levels of runners, including a Trail Marathon, Trail Half Marathon, 15k, 5k, and a 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run. The courses provide a mix of terrains, from flat loops around the lake to challenging climbs on single tracks. Participants can ..

The Oriflamme 50K trail run takes place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 7:00 AM in Anza Borrego Desert State Park, Julian, CA. The course is an out and back trail starting from Sunrise Trailhead, following the Pacific Crest Trail, descending into Oriflamme Canyon, crossing Box Canyon, and finishing ..