Cuyamaca
· starts 6:00 AM
Julian, CA
Cuyamaca is a trail race of 62 miles (100 km) in Julian, California. The next edition is on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM. The race gives its climbing as 9,369 ft (2,856 m). Its high point is 6,444 ft (1,964 m). It's a Western States 100 qualifier. Registration is open to all; registration opened on June 1, 2025. The field is about 150 runners.
The course
Questions about Cuyamaca
When is Cuyamaca 2026?
Cuyamaca 2026 is on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM local time.
Where is Cuyamaca?
Cuyamaca is held in Julian, California.
How long is Cuyamaca?
Cuyamaca is 62 miles (100 km); its course file measures 63 miles.
How much elevation gain does Cuyamaca have?
Cuyamaca has 9,369 ft (2,856 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is Cuyamaca a Western States qualifier?
Yes. Cuyamaca is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.
How do you get into Cuyamaca?
Cuyamaca has open registration. Registration opened on June 1, 2025.
What is the weather usually like at Cuyamaca?
Around Cuyamaca's date, the day's high is typically about 78°F (25°C) and the low about 56°F (13°C), averaged over recent years.
How many aid stations does Cuyamaca have?
Cuyamaca's course has 9 aid stations after the start.
Where can I see the Cuyamaca elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has Cuyamaca's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
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