Pacific Crest Trail 50 (PCT 50)

San Diego, United States • 6 Jun 2026

PCT 50 : Cleveland National Forest

The PCT 50 is a 50-mile out-and-back trail run on the Pacific Crest Trail in the Cleveland National Forest, east San Diego County. The event date is June 6, 2026. The course is mostly single-track with rocky sections and numerous climbs. Elevations range from about 3,000 feet at the start to about 6,000 feet in the Laguna Mountains. Total elevation gain is about 7,500 feet. The race begins near Boulder Oaks Campground and reaches high points in the Laguna Mountain area.

Course details and race operations

The course description includes named segments and aid locations such as Fred Canyon, Dale’s Kitchen, Per’s Cabin, and Penny Pines. Fully stocked aid stations are located at miles 6.4, 13.7, 17.5, 22.7, 27.3, 32.5, 36.3, and 43.6; Tailwind will be available at every aid station. Crews are permitted only at Penny Pines; drop bags are available there. Per’s Cabin is accessible to crews only via trail or by meeting on Monument Peak Road - driving into Per’s Cabin is not allowed. Pacers are allowed beginning from the second pass through Penny Pines (about mile 26.5) or from Per’s Cabin on the return (about mile 31.6) and must complete the remainder of the course with the runner. There is a 13.5-hour overall time limit and intermediate cut-offs at Penny Pines, Per’s Cabin (return), and Fred Canyon (return). Littering or unsafe behavior can result in disqualification. Routing is subject to final U.S. Forest Service approval. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Miles
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