Here's How It Works

Step 1: Register and invite your friends to the challenge of the summer. If you refer 4 friends with your referral code (found in your confirmation email), you'll automatically receive a $20 refund! Your friends MUST use your code during the registration process. We cannot adjust any registrations after the fact.

Step 2: Track your daily mileage/kilometers with our Logging Miles page. Details on tracking here.

Step 3: Get moving by running or walking and persevere to the end to earn your Trot swag! The first 150 to register will get a neck gaiter and car magnet! 

Challenge Options

Four Great Virtual Runs to Pick From!


Option 1: Oceanside Pier to the Julian - 76 miles
Start May 31st and Finish September 6th

Option 2: Oceanside Pier to the Joshua Tree National Park - 136 miles
Start May 31st and Finish September 6th

Option 3: Oceanside Pier to the Sequoia National Forest - 300 miles
Start May 31st and Finish September 6th

Option 4: Oceanside Pier to Lake Tahoe - 485 miles
Start May 31st and Finish September 6th. Form a team and split up the race!

Summer Challenge Swag

You pick your color of running cap or Goodr sunglasses…instead of a T-shirt. You will also receive a finisher medal and RAC magnet when you finish. First 100 registrants receive a Running Across CA buff.  All products will ship when you finish.

Add Your Mileage

Log your mileage daily so you don't get behind!

See Your Progress

See what your miles equate to distance wise!

Support Our Charity

Support our Miles of Smiles program with a tax deductible donation.

#TrotSummerChallenge

Share your adventure on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtag #TrotSummerChallenge!