The Bedrock Valley Trail Runs is a NEW trail running experience you don't want to miss. We offer something for the whole family to enjoy. Choose from the beautiful Bedrock Valley Trail Marathon, Trail Half Marathon, 15k, 5k, and bring the kids for the the 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run around Diamond Valley Lake. This is truly a historic run in an ancient place. This area's heritage begins during the Ice Age where the most concentrated amount of Mastodons once roam the earth. The remains of hundreds of Mastodons and other prehistoric dinosaurs were discovered in the bedrock of where the lake now rests.
TRAIL MARATHON is a great introduction into trail marathons. A relatively flat loop around the lake ending with some beautiful single track with small climbs. Ideal for all running levels.
TRAIL HALF MARATHON is a beautiful out and back section along the lake bed and perfect for accomplishing your first half marathon.
15K course challenges the runner with a little of everything: flat, fast, climbing, descending on the famous Wildflower single track trail.
5K is a great distance through the stunning Wildflower Trails. Great for a quick run or hike. This course does take you up and down the trails finishing along the shoreline.
STROLLER TRAIL 5k our first specific stroller only 5k is a beautiful flat 3.1 miles out and back. Enjoy with the little ones.
KID'S 1 MILE FUN RUN is open to children 10 and younger. This is a non-timed run. All kids receive a finisher’s medal and other goodies.
All Finisher's of the TRAIL MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 15K, and 5K, Stroller 5k receive custom super soft tri-blend shirt and FINISHER MEDAL
designed by Elevation Culture.
* LAST DAY to register to guarantee a FINISHER SHIRT is APRIL 1, 2023.
SPECIAL GIFT Custom Designed SAVR Reusable Cup for *MARATHON FINISHERS
NEW LOCATION at beautiful Diamond Valley Lake
Become a MARATHON PACER and receive your entry for FREE yes, this year we will have marathon pacers for the following finishing times:
3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00 * (subject to participants)
NEW STROLLER TRAIL 5k enjoy the trails with your little ones in our first Stroller 5k. A flat and wide trail to enjoy wit the Kiddos. Kid's also receive a finisher medal.
NEW DISTANCES Introducing our Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 15k, 5k
Join a TEAM create a team of 4-8 runners and receive a team discount.
NEW Team and Age Group Awards we will have awards for Teams and Open Age Group winners 1st-3rd
Course COLOR wrist bands. These colored bands will match your course markings so you always feel like you are on the right path.
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Additional Race Information available such as interactive course maps, downloadable gpx files & etc. can be found at:
https://www.elevationculture.com/bedrockvalleytrailruns
You can visit ELEVATION CULTURE'S webpage for an interactive map and other details.
https://www.elevationculture.com/bedrockvalleytrailruns
Download the Course Map to your phone and follow along by downloading the Plotaroute Mobile App.
https://www.plotaroute.com/mobileapp
Please note that this is a CUPLESS event, so make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel the day of!
Full Aid Station will be supplied with typical eats for this level of race: GU, Blocks, soda, some salty, sweet, and chewy snacks, wraps, avocados, fruit, and other heavier "snacks" for the Marathon, Half Marathon. The 15k and 5k will have water only options. We will of course have water and some electrolyte replenishment from our Series Partners Ryno Power Supplements. If you have dietary or allergy restrictions please make sure that you are prepared with your own snacks as needed.
**Please note that each aid station has approximate mileage based on mapping programs, and may differ a bit from each person's watch, app, or other tracking devices.
PLEASE arrive no later than ONE hour before your race start time if you are doing same day race bib and packet pick up. If you have picked up your packet already, and only need to check-in, please show up no later than 15 minutes before your race start time.
You MUST check in prior to racing if you have previously picked up your packet, if you do not, it is not guaranteed that you will be recorded in the results.
EARLY CHECK IN 5:30AM PST
PRE-RACE TALK 6:50AM PST
PRE-RACE TALK 7:20AM PST
PRE-RACE TALK 7:50AM PST
PRE-RACE TALK 8:20AM PST
PRE-RACE TALK 8:50AM PST
PRE-RACE Talk 8:50am PST
AWARD CEREMONY 11:00AM PST
COURSE CLOSES 1:00pm PST
If you are late to the start line, typically most races would not allow you to start, but as long as you understand that you still have to meet all the same cut-off times, and that your time will be reflected as the same start time as all the other runners, you will be allowed to start. There will be no adjustments to your cutoff times, or finisher times.
OPTION #1: Pre-Race Packet Pick Up: Will be located at Milestone Running Store (North Park Location Only) from Monday April 10th- Thursday April 13th 10:00am - 6:00pm Enjoy 15% while you shop as a registered runner and support our local running shop.
* WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO SHOP LOCAL AND SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL RUNNING STORE BY PICKING UP YOUR PACKET.
OPTION #2: Race Day Packet Pick Up: Will be available. Early Check in begins at 5:30 am. Please arrive 45 minutes - 1 hour prior to your start time to check in. You will receive your bib, finisher shirt, race swag.
*If you pick up your packet prior to race day, you must still check in at the starting table to ensure that we know that you are on the course that day.
**There will be no parking, or stopping/waiting at the start line to pick up your packet, please proceed to the parking area, and then walk over to retrieve your items.
Give your race weekend a chance to EXPLORE beautiful Hemet, CA with scenic LODGING AND CAMPING OPTIONS.
Enjoy post race beverages by our Series Partners, Food Truck, Games, Music, and Community in our ELEVATED CAMP
Can't join us to RUN this year? Please consider giving back to our amazing community of runners, friends, and athletes.
Join our EC RACE CREW: Paid Key Positions ($20.00 hr) Include:
Lead Volunteer Coordinator | Aid Station Captains | Course Sweepers | Merch Tent | Medical Lead
VOLUNTEERS receive amazing PERKS for giving back:
FREE RACE ENTRY to our Elevation Culture Race Series, Sponsor Swag and Discounts:
REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/Hemet/SoCalWineCountryWomensTrailRuns
The Lake Hodges Trail Fest is part of the Elevation Culture Race Series presented by Elevation Culture
Check out their full series of events across the USA
Visit our Website for a truly Elevated Experience: https://www.elevationculture.com/
*Please consider CARPOOLING to the event to help reduce our carbon footprint.
** LOCK YOUR VEHICLES AND SECURE ALL PERSONAL BELONGINGS THIS IS PUBLIC PARKING
ATTENTION: There is a $5.00 Parking Entrance Fee to access the trails. This fee goes to preserving the lake and natural resources.
*ATTENTION: To make parking easier for everyone, we ask that you please carpool if possible. It will make your lives easier, our lives easier, and it’s just better for the planet which means greener trails for everyone!
Additional race information can be found at https://www.elevationculture.com/bedrockvalleytrailruns.
Come SHOP with us for gear both before and after the race: https://www.elevationculture.com/shop
Jenny- San Diego, CA
"Overall this was a fun and well run race. I would definitely do this again, hoping of course to have fresher legs. And maybe just a little sun ;)"
"The challenging but yet run-able course is at the Vail Lake Resort near Temecula, CA."
Sarah- San Diego, CA
"The aid stations were extremely well stocked with Honeystinger gummies and gels. Soooo many flavors!!!!! They also had water and an electrolyte beverage. The volunteers at the aid stations were all awesome."
Megan- San Diego, CA
"I highly recommend this event! The trails were well marked, the fresh fruit, sandwiches, beverages, and entertainment afterward were greatly appreciated. The event was very well organized, and the run started on time. Staff were super friendly, and competitors were also encouraging, which truly added to the very positive experience. Looking forward to signing up for the next event at Lake Hodges!"
Kristine- San Diego, CA
"Great fun race! Very well organized and nice atmosphere!"
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
CAN I DROP DOWN A DISTANCE? Yes, you can drop down in distance the weeks leading up to race day and at race registration the morning of the race.
ARE THERE REFUNDS? No, there are no refunds. Please refer to our Refund/Deferral Policies on our website.
WHAT IF I GET INJURED TRAINING? Please review our deferral policy on our website: https://www.elevationculture.com/events
IS THIS A CUP LESS RACE? Yes, cups will not be provided at this sustainably conscious event.
ARE THERE BATHROOMS ON COURSE? We provide Port-a-Toilets at the Start Finish. The Lake maintains several Port-a-Toilets along the trail and may be available.
ARE THERE AWARDS? Yes, awards will be giving out to the top 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female runners in the Marathon | Half Marathon | 15k | 5k | Team | and Open Age Group Awards
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? Yes, for the first time strollers are allowed in the Stroller Trail 5k event. This is a separate course than our 5k distance.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED? No, Pets are allowed at this event.
ARE PACERS ALLOWED? Yes, we will provide pacers for specific finishing times. Individual pacers are not permitted, you may be disqualified from the race if this is observed by our race staff.
CAN I SIGN UP ON RACE DAY? Yes, there will be day of registration. We accept cash, credit, and debit. (no checks) * You are not guaranteed a shirt/medal.
WHEN WILL RESULTS BE POSTED? Our timing company will have live results to view. Official results will be available 2-4 days post race.
WHEN WILL PHOTOS BE POSTED? Race Day photos will be available for purchase 4-7 days post race.
Diamond Valley Lake Marina
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