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Old West Trail Runs

Name: Old West Trail Runs
Start: 2027-03-13
End: 2027-03-13
Location: Julian

Julian, California, United States

calendar_today 13 Mar, 2027

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sell $85.00 – $130.00

About the Event

Explore the rugged beauty of Anza Borrego Desert State Park at the Old West Trails 50K, marathon, and half marathon on March 13, 2027. This ninth edition offers runners a chance to traverse picturesque historical trails that wind through stunning desert landscapes. The race starts and finishes at Stagecoach Trails RV Resort, which features full hook-ups and showers for convenient overnight stays.
Participants will enjoy the unique blend of scenic vistas and challenging terrain as they navigate winding paths steeped in history. With registration open now, be sure to secure your spot early to guarantee a race shirt in your preferred size, as quantities are limited after December 15th. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of California's most captivating desert adventures.
Join the vibrant community of runners and revel in the rich heritage of Anza Borrego Desert State Park during this unforgettable event.

Races Offered

1/2 Marathon

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$85.00

50K

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 50K

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$130.00

Marathon

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$105.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Julian.

thermostat Temperature

6.4° / 16.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

1.9° / 12.1°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 21m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

14.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

68.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:53

nightlight Sunset

18:53

About Julian

Learn more about the host city, Julian.

Julian is a census-designated place (CDP) in San Diego County, California, which developed as a classic gold rush boomtown in the 1870s after gold was discovered by Fred Coleman, attracting miners, a tent city, rapid growth with saloons and stores, and discussions of becoming a county seat, before transitioning into a more stable community with agriculture and tourism. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,768, up from 1,502 at the 2010 census.

Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for Old West Trail Runs.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Damon Valenzona	M	39	'26	—	3:42:56
🥈	Ankur Tarneja	M	36	'18	—	3:46:03
🥉	Todd Braje	M	39	'16	—	3:46:06
4	Robert Webber	M	35	'25	—	3:48:07
5	Damon Valenzona	M	35	'22	—	3:50:25
6	Anthony Forsyth	M	43	'15	—	3:56:06
7	Jonathan Landis	M	45	'15	—	3:56:46
8	Colby Piehler-Pike	M	24	'26	—	4:00:51
9	Matt Peharda	M	27	'16	—	4:01:54
10	Anthony Forsyth	M	42	'14	—	4:03:07

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Clara Caspard	F	23	'26	—	4:14:03
🥈	Olivia Horgan	F	26	'25	—	4:24:10
🥉	Jessica Schnier	F	25	'23	—	4:27:54
4	Angela Shartel	F	43	'18	—	4:30:46
5	Jessica Schnier	F	24	'22	—	4:33:18
6	Sarah Greenlee	F	37	'22	—	4:37:56
7	Josie Walters	F	29	'24	—	4:40:17
8	Jade Belzberg	F	23	'16	—	4:40:52
9	Kathy Falkenhagen	F	33	'14	—	4:41:16
10	Colleen Burns	F	25	'15	—	4:42:00

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