Old West Trail Runs
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Old West Trail Runs : Old West 50K, Marathon, Half Marathon
Old West Trail Runs offers three trail distances held at Stagecoach Trails RV Resort & Campground within Anza Borrego Desert State Park on March 13, 2027. Registration opens October 1, 2026. All courses travel through sections of the Anza Borrego Desert and are described as passing diverse and relatively pristine desert terrain.
Distances
- 50K : 31.1 miles (approximate)
- Marathon : 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon : 13.1 miles
The 50K and marathon courses have a total elevation gain and loss of about 2,555 feet. The half marathon course has about 670 feet of total elevation gain and loss. Three full aid stations at Stagecoach Saddle, Blair Valley, and Pinyon Canyon offer water, sport drinks, snacks, ice, and electrolyte capsules. Course crews and family members may access the course only at Blair Valley and Plum Canyon.
Logistics note: the event operates under a permit from Anza Borrego Desert State Park and park trail rules apply. Runners who choose to quit the course must notify an aid station captain and radio operator at one of the major aid stations and turn in their bib. Participants receive a tech t-shirt and finishers receive medals; hot showers and multiple restrooms are available at the campground. Dogs are allowed in camp but are not permitted on state park trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
