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2026 Bedrock Valley Trail Runs

📍 Hemet, United States

🏃 Trail

📏 1 miles, 3.1 miles, 6.2 miles, 9.3 miles, 10 km, 13.1 miles, 26.2 miles, 36 km, 72 km, 108 km

📅 11 - 12 April 2026

The 2026 Bedrock Valley Trail Runs will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Diamond Valley Lake Marina, located at 2615 Angler Ave, Hemet, California, USA. Hemet typically experiences mild spring weather in April, with daytime temperatures ranging from 60°F to 75°F and minimal precipitation. Participants should be prepared for sunny conditions, as the course is 100% exposed with no shade cover, making sun protection and hydration essential. The event is set around Diamond Valley Lake and the Wildflower Trail System, offering runners a chance to explore the scenic and historically rich area, which sits on ancient bedrock where mastodon remains were discovered during the Ice Age era.

What distances are available for this event?

→Trail Marathon — Loop around the lake with a flat out-and-back opener, a lookout point detour near the Dam, then continues around the lake finishing on double track
→Trail Half Marathon — Out-and-back along the lake shoreline; turnaround at the Dam Aid Station
→15K — Out-and-back with turnaround at Bend Aid Station; finishes on the Wildflower Trail System
→10K — Out-and-back with views of the lake; turnaround at a turnaround sign
→5K (Stampede) — Out-and-back on fire road
→Stroller 5K — Out-and-back along the shoreline; flat and stroller-friendly
→Kids 1 Mile Fun Run — Out-and-back, non-timed, open to children 10 and under; parents may run alongside
→Gravel Ride — Bike race around the lake (Gravel/Mountain/E-Bike)

What is the schedule of events for April 11, 2026?

→5:30 AM — Gates open, check-in begins
→7:00 AM — Marathon start
→7:30 AM — Half Marathon start
→8:00 AM — 15K & 10K start
→8:30 AM — 5K start
→9:00 AM — Stroller 5K start
→10:00 AM — Kids 1 Mile Fun Run start
→11:00 AM — Award Ceremony
→1:00 PM — Course closes (all distances)

What are the check-in times for each event?

→Marathon: 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM
→Half Marathon: 6:15 AM – 7:15 AM
→15K / 10K: 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
→5K / Stroller 5K: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
→Kids Fun Run: 7:30 AM – 9:15 AM

What are the packet pick-up options?

→Option 1 (Preferred) — Pre-Race Pick-Up: LuckyFeet ↗ in Temecula — April 7–9, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
→Option 2 — Race Day: At the venue from 5:30 AM. Arrive 1 hour before your start time. You'll receive your bib, finisher shirt, and race swag. No ID required.

What are the required gear for this event?

→Mandatory: Water vessel/hydration carrier
→Recommended: Download the course GPX map to your phone, carry a cell phone, and wear your bib on the outermost layer at all times

What are the cut-off times and DNF policy?

→All distances must finish by 1:00 PM
→Cut-offs at aid stations are strictly enforced — even 1 minute late means you cannot continue
→If dropping, you must inform the aid station captain and be recorded as a DNF before leaving
→Do NOT leave the course without notifying race staff

What are the finisher rewards for this event?

→Marathon, Half Marathon, 15K, 10K, 5K, Stroller 5K: Custom tri-blend finisher shirt + finisher medal (designed by Elevation Culture)
→Marathon & Half Marathon only: Custom SAVR Cup
→Kids Fun Run: Finisher medal + goodies
→All registered runners: Free training plan from Elevation Culture Race Series
→Free race day photos (available 5–10 days post-race)

What awards are given out at the event?

→Top 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female in Marathon, Half, 15K, 10K, and 5K
→Age group awards (1st–3rd) for: 18 & under, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 65+
→Award ceremony at 11:00 AM. Awards will not be mailed if you are not present.

What safety and emergency information should participants know?

→Trained medical professionals are at the Start/Finish only
→If lost on course: Call Event Director Eric Chrisman — 559-786-3695 (do NOT call 911)
→No live GPS tracking — use Strava Beacon or Google Location Sharing to keep family informed
→Keep one earbud out at all times — rattlesnakes and other trail users are present

What is included in the post-race experience?

→Vendor village, sponsor giveaways, raffle prizes, snacks, Tailwind Protein Recovery, massage by Endurance Body Works, foam rolling station, massage guns, recovery boots, and non-alcoholic beer by Athletic Brewing
→Giveaways run from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

What are the aid station rules and requirements?

→This is a CUPLESS race — you must bring your own hydration vessel. A minimum 16 oz is recommended, especially for the Marathon
→Aid station menu includes: Water, Tailwind Nutrition Electrolyte, GU Gels, Pickle Juice Power, Fruit (watermelon, oranges, bananas), Salty snacks (chips, goldfish, pretzels), Sweet snacks (cookies, candy, gummies), Protein (wraps, PB&J wraps)
→Aid stations are not self-service. Runners with allergies should carry their own nutrition. Every runner must check in/out at each aid station and have their bib number acknowledged