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Urban Trail Runners SD
San Diego, California
Inclusive urban trail community with purpose
About This Club
Urban Trail Runners SD is a free trail running club in North Park, built around a weekly Wednesday run at Morley Field. It leans into urban trails rather than pavement, and pairs the running with things like trail cleanups, so it suits people who want their miles to connect to something beyond just fitness. There's no membership or fee, so trying it out costs nothing but showing up.
Highlights
- Purpose-driven with social good focus
- Urban trail emphasis
- Inclusive and diverse
- Free group runs
- Community events
- Trail cleanups
Who It Suits
This fits trail enthusiasts, beginners who want to get onto trails without a competitive gate, and people who care about the community and social-good side of the club, like the cleanups. It won't fit road runners looking for pavement, highly competitive racers chasing pace goals, or anyone who only wants early-morning runs, since the standing run is a Wednesday evening. It's also not set up for strollers or dogs.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
The main run happens Wednesdays at 6:00 PM on the trail and urban trail terrain around Morley Field, with distance varying by the week. Pace is open, all paces are welcome and walkers are included, so it's not built around a single target speed. Weekend runs happen occasionally but are by appointment rather than a fixed weekly slot.
DistanceVaries
PaceAll paces welcome
TerrainTrail, Urban trails
Your First Run
Head to Morley Field and look for the meeting spot between the pool and the tennis courts off Morley Field Drive. Check the club's Instagram beforehand since weekly details (exact meeting point, plans for that run) get posted there.
There's no cost, no membership, and no need to sign up in advance, you just show up. Since all paces and walkers are welcome, there's no real risk of being the slowest person there or feeling like you don't belong at the back.
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Upcoming Races in San Diego
57 upcoming races in San Diego. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Wed, Aug 5, 2026ONETrack International 5K San Diego, CAFrom $5Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Margaritaville Run San Diego Gaslamp 10K & 5K San Diego, CAFrom $64Details Fri, Aug 14, 2026POW/MIA 2-Mile Run/Walk San Diego, CAFreeDetails
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Common Questions About Urban Trail Runners SD
Do I need to pay or become a member to run with them?
No. It's free and there's no membership requirement, you can just show up to the Wednesday run.
Can I bring my dog?
No, this club is not set up as dog-friendly.
Can I bring a running stroller?
No, the club isn't stroller-friendly, so this one isn't a fit for stroller runs.
What about the weekend runs I've heard about?
Weekend events happen occasionally but are by appointment rather than a set weekly time, so check the club's Instagram for what's planned.
I'm new to trail running, is that a problem?
No, the club is explicitly beginner-friendly and calls out trail beginners as one of the groups it suits.
Where this comes from: Club details come from each club’s own channels (their site, Meetup, Strava and social posts) and are checked by hand. Group runs move, so confirm the meeting spot on the club’s latest post before you head out. Last updated April 2026.