Elder Creek Night Runs

Anza, United States • 25 Jul 2026

Elder Creek Night Runs : July 25, 2026

Elder Creek Night Runs is a night trail race held in Anza, California on July 25, 2026, on land used with permission from the Cahuilla Band of Indians. The course is a 4.6 mile loop that combines single track trail and wide open dirt road, with sections flanked by red shank and manzanita trees and areas of rock formations and views of Cahuilla Mountain.

Runners pass an aid station after every loop and most routes pass the parking area. The event runs under the full moon and uses repeated loops to create each distance.

Distances offered:

  • 50k : 7 loops
  • 30k : 4 loops
  • Half marathon : 3 loops
  • 9 miles : 2 loops

All finishers receive a medal, a sticker, and a commemorative shirt. A headlamp is required to participate. Trail shoes are recommended. Entry is limited to 200 runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50 K
30 km
30 K
13 mi
13 Miler
9 mi
9 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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