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..

Experience the Dixon Lake 10/10 Trail Race at Daley Ranch in Escondido on December 13, 2025 with 10 mile, 10K and 5K courses on scenic single track and dirt roads. Limited to 300 runners, the 10 mile reaches Standley Peak for panoramic view..

Tackle the Del Dios Trail Race "The Race of the Gods" at Lake Hodges in Escondido on Jan 4, 2026. Choose from 5K to 50K on scenic dirt roads and single track with up to 1000 feet of climbing in this championship qualifier.

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.

Explore vineyards, orange groves and single track at the 9th annual San Pasqual Valley Trail Race, with 10K, half marathon and 20 mile options. Enjoy a free wine tasting at the finish and tackle Raptor Ridge in a field capped at 450.

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 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.

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 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.

Challenge yourself on scenic singletrack at O'Neill Park Trail Races on May 16, 2026 in Trabuco Canyon, CA with distances from 10k to 50k. Run through oak and sycamore woodlands for a true California trail experience.