Trail Running calendar near Yucca Valley 2026-2027

The The Ranch 50K will take place in Escondido on Saturday 14 February 2026. You can run between 21 and 50 kilometers.

Trail race in San Pasqual Valley with 20 mile, half marathon and 10K options; the longer courses summit Raptor Ridge twice and most of the terrain is single track. Finish line features a free wine tasting with local vineyards.

Run through an active limestone quarry at the Cemex Quarry Quest 5K in Rialto, where rugged terrain and towering industrial equipment create a thrilling backdrop. Enjoy a memorable race while supporting cancer awareness and fundraising.

Multi-distance trail races through Anza Borrego Desert near Julian, CA, with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options, campground amenities, full aid stations, and included race shirt and finisher medals.

Timed endurance run and hike at Lake Cuyamaca with 6 hour, 12 hour, and 24 hour options on a 2 mile lollipop loop, high elevation venue, on site dining and campground facilities.

Trail races at Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park on March 21, 2026 feature 6k, 10k, half marathon and 30k courses through oak-filled foothills with marked support and event swag. Finishers are offered a complimentary beer with a meal at a local..

A rugged high desert half marathon and 10K in Pioneertown with views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Proceeds support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and entries include chip timing, aid stations, a finisher mug and a finisher shirt.

A loop-based trail endurance event in Fallbrook, CA on March 21, 2026 offering 12 hour solo, 12 hour team, and 6 hour solo formats. Each 4 mile loop gains about 1,300 feet and a stocked aid station supports every lap.

Challenge yourself at the Billy Goat Mountain Climb on April 4, 2026 in Cleveland National Forest near Silverado CA. Choose the 17 Miler Silverado Loop, Half Marathon or 10K and tackle rugged trails with big climbs and creekside scenery.

Two days of trail runs and gravel bike rides at Diamond Valley Lake Marina featuring marathon, shorter trail distances, youth and stroller events, plus gravel rides around the lake and finisher shirts and medals for multiple races.

Oriflamme 50K in Julian, California on April 11, 2026 is an out and back trail race that descends into desert terrain then returns via a long climb, with fully stocked aid stations and a 150 runner limit.

An 81 mile team ultramarathon from Salton City to Palomar Mountain mixing road and single track through Anza-Borrego State Park. Teams of two or three run together; limited entry and prior ultramarathon experience are required.

A trail based 5K at BackCountry Gardens in Ramona featuring a two loop 1.5 mile course with mud and natural obstacles. The event also includes a charity beer mile and a Ramona Ranch wine tasting with food available.

Take on rugged single track and sandy climbs at the Annual NATRO@NOLI Indian School Trail Races in San Jacinto, CA. Marathon, Half, 5k and Kids 3k distances, limited spots, with proceeds supporting Noli Indian School.

A looped trail event at Lake Perris offering 10k, 50k and 100k with significant elevation gain, aid stations, group camping, and double-challenge buckles.

Tackle the Shadow Strike Unsanctioned Run in Chino Hills, a 4+ mile all terrain challenge across trails, gravel and open streets. No clocks, just navigation to checkpoints and cash prizes for top finishers and random participants.

A 100 mile mountain loop near Lake Cuyamaca, CA on May 1 and 2, 2026. Mostly single track trails with about 15,400 feet of climb and a 32 hour limit. Crewed and Solo divisions are offered.

A trail run through Orfila Vineyards in Escondido with 3, 6, and 9 mile options, three wine tastings for participants over 21, a kids dash, and a post-race private tasting and food truck on site.

A multi-distance trail event on May 16, 2026 in O'Neill Regional Park, Trabuco Canyon, running through oak and sycamore woodlands and native coastal scrub. Parking is $5; no refunds are offered but rollovers are allowed for weather or fire..

A high-altitude 10K at Big Bear Mountain Resort featuring rocky singletrack, technical climbs and wide views of the Southern Sierra, held as part of a Spartan obstacle race festival weekend.