San Pasqual Valley Trail Race
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San Pasqual Valley Trail Race : February 21, 2026
The San Pasqual Valley Trail Race is the 9th annual running event held at the San Pasqual Staging Lot, 18194 Bandy Canyon Rd, Escondido, CA 92025. The event offers three distance options and is limited to 450 runners. The half marathon category serves as the final championship qualifier for that distance. Local vineyards provide a free wine tasting at the finish area.
Course and event details
Distances:
- 20 Mile
- Half Marathon (13.1 mi)
- 10K (6.2 mi)
The 10K is described as a relatively flat course. The half marathon and 20 Mile follow an out-and-back layout that summits Raptor Ridge twice. About 75% of the routes are single-track trail. Reported elevation gain ranges from 200 feet to 1,200 feet depending on the chosen race. Parking is centered at the San Pasqual trail head parking lot, with overflow parking about half a mile down the street within walking distance. Course maps and route files are available on linked course pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
