Trail Running calendar near San Diego 2026-2027

A holiday trail event in San Diego on December 20, 2026 offering Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and a new six hour hill climb based on 2.5 mile laps. Costume awards are presented in solo and team categories.

Experience a diverse trail running event in Escondido featuring everything from a 50 mile ultra to a stroller friendly 5k. Explore the valley floor or climb to the summit of Raptor Ridge in this cupless race series.

Experience an obstacle course race in a mountain rimmed valley at Lake Perris. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 21K distances on a flat and fast course within the rugged wilderness of the Greater Los Angeles area.

Del Dios Trail Race is the 12th annual "Race of the Gods" at Lake Hodges, Escondido, CA, offering 50K, half marathon, 10K, 5K and a Kids Dash on dirt roads and single-track trails with 100' to 1000' elevation gain; a championship qualifier.

Experience the trails of Daley Ranch at The Ranch 50K and Half Marathon in Escondido. This SoCal Ultra Series event features challenging loops with significant elevation gain and fully stocked aid stations.

Run through scenic orange groves and vineyards in San Diego County. This trail event features three distances with single track paths and a summit of Raptor Ridge before a local wine tasting at the finish line.

Trail races at Goodman Ranch Sycamore Canyon Preserve near Poway, CA on February 27, 2027. Distances include 100K and 50K with solo and four person relay options plus a half marathon; solo 100K requires prior 50K completion.

An obstacle mud run at Lake Elsinore Raceway on March 20, 2027 offering multiple course options, finisher rewards, spectator access, and volunteer and group opportunities.