Trail Running calendar near Rancho Bernardo 2025-2026

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.

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 81 mile ultramarathon from the Salton Sea to Palomar Mountain, gaining 9,000 feet through desert and park scenery. Teams of two or three must stay together and qualify, making it a fierce test for seasoned runners.

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.

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 through the vines at Orfila Vineyards in Escondido on May 2, 2026 for the first annual Trails n Vines Wine Run. Choose 3, 6 or 9 miles and enjoy post race wine tastings and a food truck in a scenic vineyard finish.

Run the scenic O'Neill Park Trail Races in Trabuco Canyon with distances from 10k to 50k through oak and canyon singletrack. Expect rugged trails, great views and small town race vibes with on site parking and bib pickup options.

Nanny Goat is a Memorial Day weekend multi distance ultrarun at a Riverside horse ranch where you run timed laps on a flat 1 mile loop. Camping, family friendly amenities and medals for every runner who completes at least one lap.

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.

Run rugged trails around an ancient volcano at the Black Mountain Trail Races on June 20 in San Diego. Choose 50K, 25K or half marathon and tackle scenic, technical single track through chaparral and manzanita.

Run the Harding Hustle in Cleveland National Forest near Modjeska Canyon on July 18, 2026. Choose 15K, 30K or challenging 50K along scenic truck and forest roads with aid stations and a cupless, low support wilderness vibe.

Run under a full moon on the scenic Elder Creek Night Runs near Anza, California, with a 4.6 mile loop through manzanita, rock formations and Cahuilla Mountain views. Limited to 200 runners, multiple loop distances from 9 miles to 50K.

Run scenic single and double track trails at the Riley Park Trail Races on August 1, 2026 in Coto de Caza. Choose from loop based 5k up to a 6 hour loop challenge and enjoy a finisher shirt and medal.

Run the rugged Noble Canyon Trail Races in Pine Valley, CA, choosing a challenging 50K or lively 15K through rocky climbs, ridgelines and pine forests. Expect scenic views, technical singletrack and spirited aid station support.

Run a Native organized fundraiser on the Cahuilla Reservation in Anza supporting youth and family programs. Choose from 100 mile, fixed time races and shorter distances on a runnable 2 mile dirt loop with handcrafted awards and buckles.

Hit the trails at the Lake Hodges Trail Festival on October 17 and 18, 2026, with distances from 5K to 50K, a 23 mile trail duathlon, and a Kid's Fun Run. All run finishers earn a custom tri blend shirt and a handcrafted wooden medal.

Challenge yourself on scenic trails at the Caspers Trail Races in Caspers Wilderness Park on October 24, 2026. Choose distances 10k to 50k and enjoy rugged singletrack, supportive aid stations and a festive finish line.

Wildwood Canyon Trail Run Challenge yourself in the Wildwood Canyon Trail Run, an 8 hour timed event on a scenic 3.7 mile loop at Wildwood Canyon State Park. Friendly race support and easy on site check in make for a rewarding endurance day..