Trail Running calendar near Pala 2026-2027

Double Peak Challenge in San Marcos on September 26, 2026 offers 10K, 5K and a free Kids Trot plus a race expo and awards.

A themed run in Long Beach on September 27 with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, a family mile and kids dash, ocean views, chip timing and a pizza themed finish line festival.

A 100 mile endurance run through the San Gabriel backcountry, held since 1986; the 2026 edition uses an out and back course from Loma Alta Park.

Cuyamaca 100k is a 100 kilometer trail race in San Diego on Oct 3, 2026, crossing oak woodlands, meadows, pine forest and chaparral. The 2026 event is a Western States 2027 qualifier and supports outdoor education and public lands causes.

A 9.1 mile loop from the Mt Baldy ski area to the 10,064 ft summit of Mt San Antonio via exposed ridgeline and technical alpine trails, then back to the parking lot. The race is capped at 500 runners.

A 5K on shaded eucalyptus horse trails at Ernie Howlett Park in Palos Verdes Peninsula on October 4, 2026. In person and virtual options are available, plus a fundraising route that waives the fee with at least $100 raised for Strides in Re..

A two-day mountain trail festival in Big Bear Lake with five race distances, varied alpine and desert terrain, UTMB World Series Major status, and opportunities for qualification to major trail events.

Trail races of 50 miles, 50K and 30K in Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, CA, featuring remote forest roads, significant elevation gain and staffed aid stations. Mandatory self support rules include minimum water and required lights..

Trail race in Gonzales Canyon with 10 Mile, 10K and 5K courses, featuring the steep locally named "Puke Hill" and limited to 300 runners.

Annual mud run in San Bernardino with a 5K for individuals and teams and a 1K kids race on October 10, 2026.

Trail 5K and 10K at Chino Hills State Park on October 10, 2026. Registration runs April 6 to August 15 and includes race photos, a shirt and a finisher patch.

Ruff Run California on 10/17/2026 in Phelan, CA presents a 20 acre obstacle course for people and their dogs with over 20 obstacles, 4K and 1K options, and an after party with music, games and vendors.

Cahuilla Rez Ultra is a Native organized trail event on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation near Anza, California offering multiple fixed time and distance races on a 2 mile dirt loop. Proceeds support the Cahuilla Band of Indians Youth and Fam..

Experience a diverse weekend of trail running and off road duathlon at San Diego’s Scenic Lake Hodges. Choose from distances ranging from a kid’s mile to a 50K ultra marathon or tackle the mountain bike and run challenge.

Mountain trail event on October 17, 2026 offering 50K, marathon, and half marathon options that climb to Cuyamaca Peak on single track trails, with substantial elevation change and GPX course files available.

A reborn 200 mile endurance run in Escondido, California held October 23 to 26, 2026. Limited to 24 experienced ultrarunners, it requires crew support and allows 82 hours to complete the full course.

A trail event at Los Coyotes Reservation on October 23-24, 2026 offering a 3.1-mile Yellow Loop and timed 6H and 24H ultra options across desert and alpine trails, with on-site camping, food trucks, and festival amenities.

A team trail relay at Los Coyotes Reservation on October 23-24, 2026 covering 112.8 miles and 23,800 feet elevation gain with camping and village amenities.

Wildwood Canyon Trail Run on October 24, 2026 in Yucaipa, CA features an 8-hour loop on a 3.7 mile course with about 600 ft climb per loop and a separate 6K on the same trail; aid stations and vendors are provided.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Perris featuring 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 mile courses, substantial elevation gain, aid stations, pacer rules, group camping, and cash prizes for 100 and 200 mile podiums.