San Pasqual Valley Trail Race
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Event overview
The San Pasqual Valley Trail Race is scheduled for February 21, 2026, at the San Pasqual staging lot, 18194 Bandy Canyon Rd, Escondido, CA. This is the ninth annual running of the event. The race offers three distance options and is limited to 450 runners. The half marathon serves as the final championship qualifier for that category. The course runs through vineyard and orange grove areas in San Pasqual Valley and is described as scenic.
Course and logistics
Distances offered:
- 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 courses use an out-and-back layout that includes two ascents of Raptor Ridge. Organizers list free wine tasting at the finish line provided by local vineyards. Main parking is at the San Pasqual trail head lot; overflow parking is about half a block down the street and is walkable. Packet pickup is scheduled at Fleet Feet San Diego on February 19; a February 20 pickup location is to be announced. Route files for each distance are available on Strava. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.