2026 Annual Natro@Noli Indian School Trail Races
The 2026 Annual Natro@Noli Indian School Trail Races take place on April 18, 2026, at The Oaks on the Soboba Indian Reservation in San Jacinto, California. Participants can expect a true trail experience featuring varied and technical surfaces, including hills, sand, rock, single track trails, stream crossings, and fire roads. Based on historical climate data for San Jacinto in mid-April, participants should anticipate cool morning temperatures in the low 50s Fahrenheit warming to the mid-70s by midday, with low humidity and minimal chance of precipitation.
What distances are available for this event?
- →Marathon (26.2 mi) — 2-loop course of the 13.1 mile route, 2,000+ ft elevation gain, 8-hour cut-off
- →Half Marathon (13.1 mi) — 1,000+ ft elevation gain
- →5K — Out and back, not stroller friendly
- →Kids 3K Walk/Run — Ages 12 and under
What is the race day schedule?
- →Check-in / Bib pick-up: 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM
- →Race start: 7:00 AM
- →Kids 3K start: 8:00 AM
- →Race day registration (Cash & Zelle only): 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM sharp
How many aid stations are on the course?
- →Marathon: 6 aid stations
- →Half Marathon: 3 aid stations
- →5K: 1 aid station
- →All stations stocked with water and electrolytes
What are the course characteristics?
The course features a mix of terrain including hills, sand, rock, single track trails, stream crossings, and fire roads. It is a true trail experience with varied and technical surfaces throughout. The marathon course is a 13.1-mile loop run twice, with course information available at Garmin ↗. The 5K out and back course information is available at Garmin ↗.
What rules and restrictions apply to participants?
- →No drop downs allowed in any race
- →Bag drop available at start/finish for Marathon runners
- →Cupless event — participants must bring their own hydration vessel
- →No refunds; rain or shine
- →100 entrant cap total
- →T-shirts for the first 100 registrants
What awards and divisions are offered?
- →Finisher awards for all divisions and distances (except Kids 3K top 3 awards)
- →Native and Open divisions offered
- →Top 3 male and female awards in all distances except Kids 3K
Is there a discount for Native runners?
Native runners can receive a registration discount. Email Race Director Sheldon Subith at [Gmail](mailto:ssubith32@gmail.com) for a coupon code and provide proof of tribal affiliation before registering.
How are beneficiaries supported by this event?
25% of registration proceeds, sponsorships, and donations go directly to Noli Indian School to fund a Scholar/Athlete Scholarship and support the Noli Indian Athletic Department. Donation checks payable to: Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians dba Noli Indian School, memo: NATRO — P.O. Box 700, San Jacinto, CA 92583.