A scenic half-day through private Central California ranch country
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A point-to-point introduction to Rancho San Fernando Rey's rugged interior, this course weaves through private California ranch land on historic roads and oak-lined singletrack. Steady climbs and descents through coastal sagebrush and open grasslands offer sweeping Santa Ynez Valley views, with glimpses of the Pacific Ocean on clear days. A UTMB World Series event that earns runners 1 Running Stone toward UTMB Mont-Blanc lottery qualification.
Suitable for first-timers
Solvang, CA, United StatesNovember 15, 2026
Pacific Trails California 25K is a point-to-point trail race in Solvang, CA, United States, held on November 15, 2026. The course covers 15.5 miles, climbs 2,230 ft, and has a 5h cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 879 ft | — | ||
Redrock Hydration Station Aid Station | 3.3 | 1,207 ft | — | ||
Loma Alta Aid Station Aid Station | 8.1 | 2,060 ft | — | ||
Horse Canyon Aid Station Aid Station | 11.8 | 1,030 ft | — | ||
Finish Finish | 15.5 | 879 ft | 5h1:00 PM | Drop Bags |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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No dogs allowed on the ranch or on shuttles due to active cattle ranching operations.
No crew rules specified
November can bring significant rainfall on the Central Coast; the 2025 inaugural event was cancelled due to an atmospheric river
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