Oriflamme Trail Run

Oriflamme 50K : April 11, 2026

Oriflamme 50K is an out and back trail race in the Julian, California area that starts at the Sunrise Trailhead. The route follows the Pacific Crest Trail north to Mason Valley Truck Trail, then descends into Oriflamme Canyon and continues across the desert on the California Riding and Hiking Trail through Box Canyon to a turnaround in Blair Valley.

The course covers varied terrain: mostly single track and rolling trail for the early miles, a steep descent of more than 2,000 feet onto soft desert track, sandy and rocky footing through Box Canyon, and a sustained climb back up Oriflamme Canyon of more than five miles. Key aid stations are located at Mason Valley and the S2 road crossing; the Blair Valley turnaround provides water only. Aid stations are described as fully stocked with water, electrolyte drink, gels, fruit, salty snacks, sweets and other foods.

The event is capped at 150 runners and has a nine hour time limit with multiple course cutoffs at designated points. All entrants receive a technical t shirt and finishers receive medals. Packet pickup is handled through a local running store location and runners who collect a bib before race day must still check in on race morning to avoid a DNS. Trails used by the event are maintained by local volunteers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.