Trail Running calendar near Poway 2025-2026

Experience scenic San Pasqual Valley trails at the San Diego 50 & Trail Runs, with distances from a 50 mile challenge to family friendly youth miles. Finishers earn a handcrafted wooden medal and tri blend shirt while enjoying aid stations..

Event overview The Ranch 50K and Half Marathon takes place February 14, 2026, at Daley Ranch in Escondido, CA, with the Start/Finish at Dixon Lake Picnic Area. Registration opens September 1, 2025; registration closes February 12, 2026 at 1..

Run scenic vineyard and orange grove trails in San Pasqual Valley with three distance options from 10K to 20 mile. Limited to 450 runners, the half marathon is the final championship qualifier and finishers enjoy free wine tasting.

Experience scenic looped trails at Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve near San Diego on Feb 28, 2026. Choose from a half marathon up to a 100K solo or 4 person relay for a rewarding day of trail running and camaraderie.

Tackle the 48th Catalina Island Marathon, 10K or 5K on March 14, 2026 in Avalon. Trail routes through the Catalina Island Conservancy serve up ocean views and rolling green hills for a scenic off road challenge.

Run desert trails in Anza Borrego from Stagecoach Trails RV Resort on March 14, 2026 with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options. Aid stations, volunteers, and on site camping make this scenic course an ideal spring trail getaway.

Pirate's Cove at Lake Cuyamaca on March 20, 2026 is a scenic timed endurance run and hike with 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour options. Camp at Chamber's Park Campground for race HQ and remember to bring a reusable cup for this cupless event.

Run a fast, friendly 5K or 10K along wide, flat dirt trails in Del Mar with open lagoon views and a downhill finish. Scenic course may include glimpses of nesting osprey and serves as the final Sunshine Series Championship Qualifier.

Billy Goat Mountain Climb on April 4, 2026 in Silverado CA invites runners to tackle scenic, challenging climbs through Cleveland National Forest with a 10K, half marathon, or a 17 mile Silverado Loop with big elevation gain. Finish line sh..

Oriflamme 50K on April 11, 2026 challenges runners with a scenic out and back from Sunrise Trailhead, dropping into Anza Borrego desert and climbing back on rugged single track. Field capped at 150 with a tech shirt and finisher medal.

Run scenic trails around Diamond Valley Lake at the Bedrock Valley Trail Runs weekend, with distances for all levels plus a kids mile. Finishers get shirts and medals, gravel rides day two, and the event is cupless so bring your own water.

Join the Run4Kids Ultra Running Party in Corona, CA on April 17 and 18, 2026 for a weekend of road and ultramarathon racing. Choose distances from half marathon to 100 mile or try timed events while supporting youth runners.

Join teams of two or three for the epic Badwater Salton Sea, an 81 mile team ultramarathon from below sea level to 5500 ft. Expect desert heat, cold nights, a rugged trail section and strict safety rules that reward teamwork and grit.

Run rugged trails, mud and hills through Ramona Wine Country with competitive and fun 5K options plus a lively Beer Mile. Finishers get wine tasting, a medal and an after party at Ramona Ranch Winery while proceeds support Operation Rebound..

Challenge yourself on rugged trails at The Oaks on the Soboba Reservation with marathon, half, 5K and kids 3K options. Expect hills, stream crossings and great community energy as part of a race supporting Noli Indian School scholarships.

Take on the San Diego 100, a rugged 100 mile loop at Lake Cuyamaca near Julian across mostly single track, technical trails and big climbs. A Western States qualifier that rewards experienced ultrarunners with epic desert and mountain scene..

Remembering Dingneng is a memorial, non competitive marathon along San Diego's scenic Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail. Self supported and flexible, runners choose their distance and can register free for an official result.

Run scenic trails at O'Neill Regional Park on May 16, 2026, with distances from 10k to 50k for every level. Expect challenging singletrack, on site bib pickup, and a friendly race day vibe that welcomes beginners and ultrarunners.

Timed loop endurance run on a flat 1 mile course at a Riverside horse ranch over Memorial Day weekend. Choose solo or team formats from 3, 6, 12 or 24 hour events or go for the 100 mile challenge and rack up laps.

Run 50 miles of iconic Pacific Crest Trail single track through the Laguna Mountains, with big climbs, rocky sections and sweeping views. Part of the SoCal Ultra Grand Prix, this classic out and back is a true test for trail lovers.