Saddleback Marathon
Silverado, United States • 7 Nov 2026
The Saddleback Marathon is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Silverado, California. It is held in the Trabuco District, with the race being rerouted to start from Black Star Canyon Road. The event offers four race distances: Marathon, 25K, Half Marathon, and 10K.
The marathon course involves running into Black Star Canyon, climbing switchbacks into the Mariposa Reserve, and continuing onto Skyline Drive in Corona before returning. Elevation gains are provided: the marathon has 4,244 feet, the half marathon has 1,773 feet, and the 10K has 706 feet. The 25K distance is new and follows part of the marathon route. The event includes several aid stations along the courses.
There are cut-off times for certain points: marathon runners must reach the Skyline Bottom (approximately 13 miles) by 12:00 Noon, and 25K runners must reach the Doppler Ball (approximately 8 miles) by 10:30 AM. The race does not offer refunds; if canceled, entries may be applied to the following year's event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.