Old West Trail Runs

Julian, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Old West Trail Runs takes place near Julian, California, with start/finish at Stagecoach Trails RV Resort. The event offers 50K, marathon, and half marathon options, with the 50K and marathon totaling about 2,500 feet of elevation gain and loss, and the half marathon around 670 feet. Runners navigate Anza-Borrego Desert State Park’s varied terrain, including passes at Blair Valley and Plum Canyon, with aid stations at Stagecoach Saddle, Blair Valley, and Pinyon Canyon. The setting yields mild overnights and comfortable daytime temps; the atmosphere includes camping, showers, tech shirts, and medals for finishers; this event is a SoCal Ultra Series qualifier; dogs allowed in camp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
778 m+
50k
42 km
778 m+
Marathon
21 km
204 m+
Half Marathon
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