Trail Running calendar near Yucca Valley 2025-2026

Run a scenic one mile loop at Washburn Ranch in Hemet with 100 mile, 24 hour and relay formats, live tracking, on site camping and close aid. Buckles await solo runners who complete 100 miles within the 31 hour window.

Tackle a scenic 50 mile point to point ultramarathon through Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, climbing Stonewall Peak and dropping to the desert finish near Julian. Family and crew friendly with camping, showers and a post race meal to celebrate..

Tackle scenic single track trails at Elfin Forest in the Keepin' It Rural 5K and 10K, where runners get chip timing and a festive post race party. Enjoy a tech shirt, finisher medallion and a beer while supporting Escondido Creek Conservanc..

Run scenic trails at Dixon Lake on December 13, 2025 in Escondido, CA with 10 mile, 10K or 5K options. Limited to 300 runners, courses mix single track and dirt service road and include a climb to Stanley Peak for big views.

Challenge yourself on scenic single track and dirt roads around Lake Hodges at the Race of the Gods, a January trail classic near Escondido. Options from short fun runs to epic ultramarathons make this a must for trail lovers.

Choose from trail distances at the San Diego 50 & Trail Runs, from a 50 Mile to a family friendly stroller 5K and youth mile. Tackle Raptor Ridge singletrack for big views, then celebrate with a tri blend shirt and handcrafted wooden medal.

Join the 22nd annual Calico Trail Run on Sunday January 25 2026, choose 30K or 50K through the historic Calico Ghost Town and Mojave Desert mountains near Yermo California. USATF sanctioned trails promise epic scenery and a true desert chal..

Take on scenic Daley Ranch trails in Escondido with a rugged 50K or a half marathon loop around Dixon Lake. Expect big climbs, well stocked aid stations, and a welcoming trail community on February 14, 2026.

Run vineyards and orange groves at the 9th San Pasqual Valley Trail Race on Feb 21, 2026, with 20 mile, half marathon and 10K options and a 450 runner limit. The half is the final championship qualifier and finishers get a free local wine t..

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.

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..

Run or ride around scenic Diamond Valley Lake on April 11 and 12, 2026 with distances for all levels from youth mile to marathon and gravel rides. Enjoy single track trails, cupless aid stations, custom finisher shirts and handcrafted woode..

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.

Badwater Salton Sea is an 81 mile team ultramarathon from Salton City to Palomar Mountain, climbing more than 9,000 feet and testing runners with searing heat by day and freezing nights. Teams of two or three run together and entries are li..

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..

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.

Run the Big Bear Trail Experience 10K at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake CA, over high altitude pine trails with technical climbs and sweeping Sierra views. Expect wildflowers, wildlife and a thrilling scenic challenge.