Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Fontana Days Run
Fontana, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunPoint-to-Point
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races of Joshua Tree National Park
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 32 races in Joshua Tree National Park with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions32Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Joshua Tree Half Marathon
Joshua Tree, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km
DesertNight Run+1
Photo: Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta
Indian Wells, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Madison Marathon
Madison, United States
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Fontana Days Run | Fontana, California, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Joshua Tree Half Marathon | Joshua Tree, California, US | Trail Running | 21 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta | Indian Wells, California, US | Triathlon | 113 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | JFK 50 Mile | Boonsboro, Maryland, US | Trail Running | 50 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Joshua Tree National Park (United States, California) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 32 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Fontana, Joshua Tree, Indian Wells, and West Ocean City. Notable events in the selection include Fontana Days Run, Joshua Tree Half Marathon, and Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Joshua Tree National Park includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Joshua Tree National Park?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 32 individual races in Joshua Tree National Park. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Fontana Days Run, Joshua Tree Half Marathon, and Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Joshua Tree National Park?
Events in Joshua Tree National Park focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Fontana, Joshua Tree, Indian Wells, and West Ocean City.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Joshua Tree National Park?
The most selective courses in Joshua Tree National Park climb up to +1,550 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Joshua Tree National Park?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.