Rancho Cuyamaca State Park 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Julian, California
- Entry fee
- From $20
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional - Advanced | – | Oct 10, 202610:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Traditional - Beginner | – | Oct 10, 202610:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Traditional - Intermediate | – | Oct 10, 202610:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $20 until Oct 9.
Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:44 AM, and the Traditional - Advanced starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 2,800 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
12551 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 88°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 12551 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 2,800 feet
- Distances
- See events
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Sep 27, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Rancho Cuyamaca State Park?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- What distances can I run?
- See the event list above.
- Where does it start?
- 12551 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036.
From the organizers
Just one hour east of San Diego lies Cuyamaca Rancho State Park — 24,000 acres of oak woodland, pine forest, sweeping meadow, and mountain vista. It's prime territory for a day of orienteering, whatever course you choose. Pick the challenge that fits you: a beginner-friendly loop, or a more demanding Intermediate or Advanced route. New to navigation? We'll walk you through the basics at check-in, and if you don't have a compass, we'll loan you one free. 🧭
New this year: two start locations:
Beginner course: start and finish at HQ.
Intermediate and Advanced courses: start at the remote Stonewall Mine location, finish at HQ.