Burton Mystery Series Banked Slalom - Bear Mountain
2025-03-08 | Big Bear Mountain Resort, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315, United States
The Burton Mystery Series is a global snowboarding event emphasizing community and progression through inclusive banked slalom races. Open to riders of all ages and skill levels, each event features product giveaways, athlete demonstrations, and social gatherings like BBQs or après-ski hangouts. The primary focus is on fostering a fun and welcoming environment rather than competition.

The Bear Mountain event is the only one taking places in California in 2025.

To participate, it’s recommended to register in advance through the official Burton website, as spots may be limited. Even if you don’t plan to compete, attending the event offers opportunities to engage with the snowboarding community, watch professional athletes, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Elevation Mammoth
2025-03-12 - 2025-03-16 | Mammoth Mountain, 10001 Minaret Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA, 93546, United States
Elevation Mammoth is an annual LGBTQ+ ski event held at Mammoth Mountain Resort in California. Founded in 2003 by event producer Tom Whitman, it is one of the largest gay ski weeks in North America. The event typically takes place in March and spans several days, featuring daytime skiing and snowboarding, as well as nighttime social events, parties, and entertainment.
Elevation Mammoth attracts a diverse crowd from around the world and is known for its inclusive and festive atmosphere. The event offers a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to enjoy winter sports and connect with others. For the most up-to-date information on event dates, schedules, and ticketing, you can visit the official Elevation Mammoth website or contact Mammoth Mountain Resort directly.

Van's Jacks Surfboards Pro Contest
2025-04-03 - 2025-04-06
Surf City USA shifts into contest mode each spring when the Vans Jack’s Surfboards Pro lands on the south side of Huntington Beach Pier. Sanctioned as a Men’s and Women’s QS 4,000 stop on the World Surf League’s North America Qualifying Series, the event dangles 4,000 valuable ranking points—often the first big haul of the season—at surfers looking to climb toward the Challenger Series and, ultimately, the Championship Tour.
Huntington’s peaky beach‑break wedges and long-running lefts create a high‑performance canvas that consistently draws a mix of rising phenoms and seasoned tour vets. Over the years, champions have ranged from future world‑title contenders like Caitlin Simmers to Championship Tour mainstays such as Nat Young, Sawyer Lindblad, Crosby Colapinto, Keanu Asing, Lucca Mesinas, and Kirra Pinkerton—underscoring the contest’s reputation as a launchpad for the sport’s next big names.
Beyond the action in the lineup, the shoreline turns into a mini‑festival: live commentary from the pier, sponsor activations and games, board‑swap vibes at Jack’s pop‑ups, and plenty of ice‑cold beer.

Tough Mudder Los Angeles 2025
2025-04-05 - 2025-04-06 | Glen Helen Raceway, San Bernardino, CA, United States
Tough Mudder returns to Southern California in 2025, bringing its rugged obstacle course challenge to Glen Helen Raceway. Nestled at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains, this course offers scenic views, intense elevation changes, and over 20 epic obstacles designed to test your strength, endurance, and teamwork.
Races include:

Tough Mudder Classic: 15+ kilometers, 20+ obstacles.
Tough Mudder 5K: 12+ obstacles.
Tough Mudder Infinity: Push your limits with multiple laps.
Spectators: Join the action in Mudder Village.

Special discounts are available for military and first responders, and group packages offer savings for teams of 10 or more.

About Tough Mudder

Tough Mudder events are endurance challenges that combine distance running with obstacle course elements, designed to test participants’ physical strength, mental resilience, and collaborative spirit. Each course features a variety of obstacles, including walls to climb, mud pits to traverse, and ice baths to endure, all aimed at pushing individuals to their limits.
Unlike traditional races, Tough Mudder places a strong emphasis on teamwork. Participants are encouraged to help one another overcome obstacles, fostering a sense of camaraderie rather than competition. Events range from 5K to 15K or more, accommodating varying levels of fitness and experience.
These events also include spectator-friendly areas known as Mudder Villages, where attendees can watch the action and enjoy food, drinks, and other activities.

Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride San Diego 2025
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-27 | Draft Republic, 255 Redel Rd, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
The San Diego Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride is a hard-core mountain bike ride that takes place in North County San Diego, inspired by European one-day cycling races.
Part race, part festival, the three-day event will feature a variety of race classes and lengths, as well as dozens of vendors and activities in the festival area.
Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride Routes and Divisions:
The centerpiece of the event is the BWR itself, which is distinguished by its combination of paved and off-road segments. Participants can choose from multiple distances:

The full “Waffle” course is an arduous 207-kilometer (128.7 miles) ride, featuring approximately 10,500 feet of climbing, with 84 kilometers (52 miles) of off-road terrain.
The “Wafer” route offers a mid-distance challenge at 127 kilometers (79 miles), including around 6,500 feet of climbing and a greater proportion of off-road sections.
For newer participants or those preferring a shorter distance, the “WANNA” course covers 70 kilometers (43.7 miles) and includes the formidable “Muur van Dubbelberg” climb, providing a condensed yet authentic taste of the event’s challenges.

Cycling Expo
Accompanying the race is the Canyon Pure Cycling Expo, commencing on Friday at North City, San Marcos. This gathering is expected to be San Diego’s largest annual cycling-related event, bringing together enthusiasts from across the spectrum.
Proceeds from the event are dedicated to the San Diego Mountain Biking Association, supporting the local mountain biking community.
This older video about the event gives you a flavor for it:

Big Bear Jeep Jamboree 2025
2025-05-22 - 2025-05-25 | Big Bear Lake Elks Lodge, 40611 Village Drive 92315, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315, United States
Off-roading festival that offers a range of group trail outings for off-roading enthusiasts in the San Bernadino mountains. The 2025 Jeep Jamboree in Big Bear Lake, California, is an offroading festival that offers a range of trail outings for offroading enthusiasts in the San Bernadino mountains.

The event tackles a range of trails, from moderate to difficult, offering options for a range of vehicles and driving skills. If you have a stock vehicle, you’ll go on appropriately rated trails, and, similarly, heavily modified vehicles can tackle more challenging trails.

About Big Bear Jeep Jamboree

Jeep Jamborees are outdoor adventure events that bring together outdoor enthusiasts and their Jeep 4×4 vehicles. Originating back in 1953, the Jeep Jamborees have a long history and tradition of providing participants with an off-road experience like no other. The Big Bear Jeep Jamboree is a prime example of this, offering participants a journey back in time to California’s Wild West.

Retrace the Steps of Miners and Loggers

Participants in the Big Bear Jeep Jamboree will travel along mining and logging trails used 165 years ago during the gold rush era. The rock-and-boulder-strewn trails offer incredible views of Big Bear Lake and California’s High Desert. Participants will cross streams where miners used to pan for gold and traverse the mountain’s edge for breathtaking views.

A Tradition Dating Back to 1953

The first-ever Jeep Jamboree was organized by 4×4 pioneer Mark A. Smith in 1953. He journeyed across the Sierra Nevada Mountains using the old Rubicon Trail. The following year, Willys Motors, the manufacturer of Jeep vehicles, became involved with the adventure and Jeep Jamborees have been an off-road tradition ever since.

Mandatory Requirements and Restrictions

To participate in the Big Bear Jeep Jamboree, participants must have tow points and CB radios are strongly encouraged. Jeeps with tires over 40 inches will not be allowed to attend the jamboree and will be turned away at vehicle evaluation. No refund will be provided. For more information on COVID-19 and how the jamboree is handling the situation, participants are encouraged to visit the Jeep Jamborees website.

US Open of Surfing 2025
2025-07-23 - 2025-08-06
The U.S. Open of Surfing is a week‑long contest staged each summer on the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier in California. It serves as a qualification stop on the World Surf League pathway—classified as a QS 10,000 (now Challenger‑Series) event—where competitors collect points toward the Championship Tour. Although IMG has produced the meet since 2000, its roots reach back to 1959, when it debuted as the West Coast Surfing Championship before adopting the U.S. Open name in 1994.
The event footprint extends well beyond the surf zone: vert‑ramp skate and BMX exhibitions, a sponsor and vendor village, athlete signings, yoga sessions, and occasional ticketed evening concerts run alongside the daytime heats, which remain free to attend. Shade is scarce and parking around the pier fills quickly, so its a good idea to arrive early, pack sun protection, and consider bikes or rideshare.
Across nine days the event typically draws crowds approaching half a million and, according to local estimates, generates more than $21 million in direct spending for Orange County. After more than six decades it has become a fixture on Huntington Beach’s calendar—part proving ground for emerging professional surfers, part midsummer gathering for the broader action‑sports community.

Huntington Beach Longboard Classic 2025
2025-07-26 - 2025-07-30
The Huntington Beach Longboard Classic is a longboard‑only contest held each summer on the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier. Now a regular stop on the World Surf League Longboard Tour, it features separate men’s and women’s draws where competitors collect ranking points while demonstrating traditional footwork and noseriding. Spectators can watch free of charge from the pier or the sand, and the beach footprint remains smaller and more laid‑back than the nearby shortboard events.
The event window generally lands in early August, with heats running about 8 a.m.–5 p.m. across four days as part of the broader U.S. Open of Surfing festival. Shade is limited and parking around the pier fills quickly, so visitors are encouraged to arrive early, pack sun protection, and consider bikes or rideshare. Every heat is streamed live on the WSL website and app for those following from afar.

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2026 - San Luis Obispo
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-24
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings a selection of films from the annual Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival to audiences around the world. Known for highlighting stories of exploration, outdoor adventure, and environmental issues, the tour stops in hundreds of locations across more than 40 countries each year.

The films, which range from extreme sports to conservation efforts, are selected from the festival’s lineup of award-winning entries and audience favorites. Featuring stories from diverse landscapes and cultures, the tour offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of adventurers, athletes, and storytellers.
Tour stops in Southern California for 2026 include:
January 23–24, 2026San Luis Obispo, CA – Live to Play📞 (513) 409-0009📧 slo.banff@mountaingear.com
February 24–25, 2026Santa Barbara, CA – UCSB Arts & Lectures at the Arlington Theatre📞 (805) 893-3535📧 info@artsandlectures.ucsb.edu
February 28 – March 1, 2026San Diego, CA – Great Adventure Productions📧 gapspecialevents@gmail.com
March 3, 2026Pasadena, CA – California Institute of Technology, Caltech Alpine Club📞 (610) 392-2570📧 akeebler@caltech.edu
March 10–11, 2026Costa Mesa, CA – Orange Coast College Library📞 (714) 432-0202 ext. 21058📧 cmorgan@occ.cccd.edu
April 26, 2026Irvine, CA – Irvine Barclay Theatre📞 (949) 854-4646📧 tickets@thebarclay.org

Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Course - Anza-Borrego
2026-02-18 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The Anza-Borrego Foundation, in partnership with NOLS, is offering a Hybrid Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course in Borrego Springs.
The course is intended for individuals who work or recreate in remote environments where access to medical care may be delayed. The hybrid format includes three online modules, each requiring approximately 10 to 15 hours to complete, followed by five days of in-person instruction focused on skills practice and field scenarios. Upon completion, participants are trained to conduct patient assessments, provide emergency care in wilderness settings, and make evacuation decisions.

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2026 - Santa Barbara
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-25

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2025 - San Diego
2026-02-28 - 2026-03-01

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2025 - Pasadena
2026-03-03

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2026 - Costa Mesa
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-11

Flash Foxy Climbing Festival
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15 | Tri County Fairgrounds, 475 Sierra Street, Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
The Flash Foxy Climbing Festival is a climbing festival that take place in Bishop, California. This annual event, nestled in the stunning Eastern Sierras, is a gathering of women and genderqueer climbers of all levels. The festival will feature a variety of activities, including climbing clinics, workshops, panel discussions, and social events.
The focus of the festival is on fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Organizers are committed to providing a safe and respectful space for all participants. In addition to climbing, the event will highlight environmental stewardship through volunteer projects and educational presentations.
Flash Foxy also holds a trad climbing festival in fall, which most recently was held in New Hampshire.

Overland Expo Southern California 2026
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-15 | Orange County Fair and Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA, United States
Overland Expo SoCal is a large overlanding event in Costa Mesa, California, that features several days of vendor exhibits, demonstrations, classes, and community activities. The organizers host several other versions of the expo in other parts of the country, in Arizona, Colorado, Washington and Virginia.
The event featured over 250 exhibitors and offers attendees more than 100 hours of educational programming, ranging from essential skills in the Overland Essentials Area to outdoor cooking demonstrations in the Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion. The event includes a DIY & Showcase Area, where visitors can explore customized vehicles and builds, along with opportunities to participate in roundtable discussions.
The Oasis Bar & Food Court provides space for casual gatherings, while evening activities include a Happy Hour from 5pm to 7pm, followed by a charity raffle hosted by the Overland Expo Foundation, which supports conservation initiatives and public land access.

Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari 2026
2026-03-19 - 2026-03-21 | Truckhaven, 2098 Frontage Road, Thermal, California, 92217, United States
The Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari is an annual off-roading event held by the Tierra Del Sol Four-Wheel Drive Club, one of the oldest off-roading clubs in the United States. It’s the longest-running 4×4 driving event on the West Coast.
Desert Safari typically takes place in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, which is home to Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreational Area, a large portion of the desert set aside for off-road activities. The event usually offers a central festival, camping and organized off-roading trail runs.

You can find out more at the event website and by registering for email updates. Also, check out their Facebook group.

Sage Brush Safari 2026
2026-03-28 08:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 | Corral Canyon, Fred Canyon Rd, Pine Valley, CA, 91962, United States
The Sagebrush Safari is a mountain bike event featuring a number of different courses held at Corral Canyon and Lake Moreno in Cleveland National Forest in eastern San Diego County.
Organized by Quick n’ Dirty Racing, the race passed through multi-use trails and public roads in a remote mountainous region of Southern California.
The main race is a 27-mile cross-country course held at Corral Canyon. The event also typically includes additional cross-country lengths, gravel courses, and E-bike division and kids rides.

The Wave — Coyote Buttes North August 2026 Permit Lottery Open
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30
Coyote Buttes North, located in the Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness on the Arizona-Utah border, is home to The Wave — a sandstone rock formation known for its sweeping, layered curves and difficult access. Permits are strictly limited to 64 visitors per day and are distributed entirely by lottery through recreation.gov, making this one of the most competitive permit draws in the American Southwest.
The lottery for each months opens several months in advance: see the table below.
You enter the lottery here: https://www.recreation.gov/permits/274309
The windows to apply for August 2026 opens and closes in April. Applications are submitted at recreation.gov and winners are selected randomly — applying early within the window offers no advantage over applying later. The online lottery costs $9 per application regardless of outcome, and winning permits are $9 per person. Each application can include up to six people.
The trailhead is located near the Utah-Arizona border outside Kanab, UT, and requires a high-clearance vehicle to access via dirt road. There is no marked trail to The Wave itself — navigating to the formation requires a map and basic route-finding ability. The permit includes access to the full Coyote Buttes North area, which contains several additional formations beyond The Wave worth exploring if you make the draw.

Important Dates

Dates
Information

January 1, 2026 – January 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during May

February 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during May

February 1, 2026 – February 28, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during June

March 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during June

March 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during July

April 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during July

April 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during August

May 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during August

May 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during September

June 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during September

June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during October

July 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during October

July 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during November

August 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during November

August 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during December

September 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during December

September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during January

October 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during January

October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during February

November 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during February

November 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during March

December 1, 2026
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during March

December 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Lottery open to applications for permits during April

January 1, 2027
Lottery runs at 9am MT for permits during April

San Diego Spartan Race 2026
2026-04-18 00:00 - 2026-04-19 00:00 | Palomar Mountain, California, United States
The San Diego Spartan Race is a Trifecta weekend bringing Sprint, Super, and Beast distances to the hills near Palomar Mountain in spring 2026. The Sprint covers 5K with 20 obstacles, the Super runs 10K with 25, and the Beast goes the full 21K with 30 obstacles — all on the same venue over two days, making it possible to complete all three and earn a Trifecta medal in a single weekend.
The course is set in rugged SoCal terrain with significant climbing, technical obstacles, and the full Spartan lineup of walls, ropes, mud, and carries. A Kids Race is also available for younger participants. Spectator passes are sold separately.
Registration and full event details are available at spartan.com.

SoCalTrail: Point Mugu Trail Run 2026
2026-04-18 08:00 | Ray Miller Trailhead, La Jolla Canyon
The Point Mugu Trail Run puts you on the Ray Miller Trail for 3 miles of ocean-view switchbacks before dropping into Sycamore Canyon via the Backbone Trail and finishing with the leg-burning Fireline climb back out. The half-marathon covers 13.4 miles; the 10k turns around at the top of Fireline. Both courses are fully supported with aid stations, chip timing, and post-race tacos and beer garden. A $500 course record bonus is up for grabs on the half-marathon. This is Race #2 of the 2026 SoCalTrail Trail ½ Series.
Register at ultrasignup.com.

Mt. Whitney FCFS Permits Released
2026-04-22 07:00 | Mt. Whitney Trailhead, Whitney Portal
The Mt. Whitney permit lottery ran February 1–March 1, with results posted March 15. Any permits that went unclaimed after the April 21 acceptance deadline are released on April 22 at 7AM PT on recreation.gov on a first-come, first-served basis.
Both day hike and overnight permits are available for the quota season running May 1 through November 1. If you didn’t enter the lottery or didn’t win a permit, this is your next best shot at a Whitney date this season — but these go fast. Have your recreation.gov account ready and be logged in before 7AM. Here is the URL for more info: https://www.recreation.gov/permits/445860

Archipelago Ride 2026
2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Gravity Heights Brewing, 9920 Pacific Heights Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
The Archipelago Ride, organized by the San Diego Mountain Biking Association, is a unique mountain biking festival that takes riders on a journey through several trail systems in San Diego. Full Arch Ride:

Distance: Approximately 45 miles
Elevation Gain: Almost 4500 feet
Route: A point-to-point epic from San Marcos to Gravity Heights Brewing in Mira Mesa

Half Arch Ride:

Distance: Approximately 24 miles
Elevation Gain: Over 1800 feet
Route: A point-to-point ride from Black Mountain Open Space Park to Gravity Heights Brewing in Mira Mesa
Electric mountain bikes are allowed on the Half Arch

Both rides are designed for intermediate riders with appropriate conditioning, and require riders to tackle serious terrain and elevation gains. The ride concludes with a Finish Line Luau held at Gravity Heights Brewing in Mira Mesa, where riders can socialize, enjoy food and drinks, and celebrate their accomplishments.
Note: Registration for the Archipelago Ride fills up quickly, so it’s recommended to sign up early to secure a spot.
Here’s a video from SDMBA video from the 2022 ride:

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2026 - Irvine
2026-04-26 00:00

Big Bear Spartan Race
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-17 | Big Bear Mountain Resort, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315, United States
The Big Bear Spartan Race is set to take place at the Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. This event is part of the Spartan Trifecta Weekend and features various race formats designed to challenge participants of different skill levels.
The event will include the following races:

Spartan Sprint (5K): This is the shortest course with 20 obstacles and a significant elevation gain of 1732 feet. It serves as an introduction to the Spartan race world.
Spartan Super (10K): A more challenging course with 25 obstacles, set in rugged terrain and high-altitude.
Spartan Beast (21K): This is a grueling 21K course with 30 obstacles, designed to test both physical strength and mental toughness.
Spartan Kids Race: Catered to children aged 4-13, this race offers different distances based on age, allowing young Spartans to experience the thrill of the race,

Spectator passes are available for those who wish to watch the event. Additionally, the weekend offers a chance for participants to complete the Spartan Trifecta by finishing the Sprint, Super, and Beast races.
Located at Big Bear Mountain Resort, the venue is known for its challenging climbs, taking participants as high as 8,200 feet above sea level. Besides the race, the area offers a range of entertainment, local culture, food, and lodging options.
The Spartan Race is a series of obstacle races of varying distance and difficulty, ranging from 3 miles to marathon distances. These races are known for their physically and mentally challenging obstacles, which test a participant’s endurance, strength, and agility.
Here’s a video from a past race:

SoCalTrail: Pacifico Ultra 2026
2026-05-30 07:30 | Angeles National Forest
The Pacifico Ultra takes place at Mill Creek Summit in the Angeles National Forest, offering a 50k and half-marathon through pine forests and high-desert terrain above the Mojave. The 50k covers 31.8 miles with 5,621 feet of elevation gain, spending most of its miles between 5,000 and 7,100 feet — expect real mountain conditions, including temperatures that can swing from the mid-50s to the mid-80s on race day. The half-marathon charges straight to Pacifico Summit and back with 2,510 feet of gain. The 50k is the only Silver Ticket qualifier for the Angeles Crest 100-mile Endurance Run, with the top two male and female finishers earning guaranteed entry.
Register at ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129412

Switchfoot Bro-Am 2026
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-13
The Switchfoot Bro-Am is an annual surfing and music festival held in San Diego that raises money to provide grants to organizations that provide services to homeless, at-risk and disadvantaged youth.
The summer festival is two events a benefit party and a concert/beach party. The benefit party brings together professional athletes, musicians, artists, and philanthropists to raise money for the charity.

SoCalTrail: Tough Topanga 2026
2026-06-20 07:30
Tough Topanga has been sending runners up this mountain since the 1970s, and it hasn’t gotten any easier. The classic 10k climbs 1,198 feet through oak forests and chaparral to Hub Junction before a fast descent back to Trippet Ranch — with a timed Downhill Mile that pays $250 to the fastest female and male splits. New for 2026, the 15k Garapito course adds 4 miles of singletrack through the canyon before rejoining the 10k route, with a $500 winner-take-all prize purse. A 1k kids race and a non-timed Hiker’s Delight option round out the morning. Both courses are fully supported with aid stations, post-race tacos, and a beer garden.
Register at UltraSignup.

Yosemite Film Festival 2026
2026-06-25 - 2026-06-26
The Yosemite Film Festival & Storyteller Summit is an educational and cultural program of the Yosemite Climbing Association. The festival brings together filmmakers, climbers, artists, historians, and land stewards to share stories connected to Yosemite and public lands.

Curated film screenings focused on climbing, stewardship, and public lands
Conversations with filmmakers, climbers, historians, and land stewards
Storytelling that explores Yosemite’s past, present, and future
Educational programming rooted in ethics, interpretation, and care for place
Informal opportunities to gather, connect, and reflect as a community

SoCalTrail: Tough Mugu 2026
2026-07-18 07:00 | Point Mugu State Park
The Tough Mugu runs the PCH-side trails of Point Mugu State Park in the heart of summer, climbing from sea level up the Ray Miller Trail to coastal mountain fire roads and chaparral singletrack before looping back around Mugu Peak with views of the Channel Islands. The 25k covers 15.75 miles with 2,427 feet of gain; the 10k turns around at the Ray Miller Trail midpoint. Both courses are fully supported with aid stations, chip timing, post-race tacos, and a beer garden. The 25k overall winners take home a $500 cash prize. This event historically sells out — register early.
Register at ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=132550.
