Urban Trail Runners SD

Urban Trail Runners SD takes you off the pavement and onto the urban trails of San Diego, mixing real trail running with community cleanups and a crew that actually shows up every week.

Quick take

This is a trail club rooted in North Park that runs Morley Field weekly and treats the trails as something worth protecting. Your RunSesh here comes with dirt underfoot and people who care about the run and the environment around it.

Best for

• Runners who want trail experience without leaving the city
• Beginners looking to try trails in a low-pressure setting
• Community-minded runners who want to do more than just log miles
• Anyone drawn to nature appreciation alongside their weekly run

When and where

• Wednesdays at 6:00 PM, weekly at Morley Field
• Weekend runs happen occasionally and are appointment-based
• Meet at Morley Field Drive, North Park, San Diego, 92102
• Not structured for road runners or early morning only schedules

Details

• Terrain: urban trails at Morley Field
• All paces welcome, distances vary
• Free to join, no membership required
• Post-run social scene is part of the deal
• Dog-friendly status varies, check before you bring your running partner
• Stroller-friendly status is not confirmed
• Events also listed on Eventbrite through their organizer page

Why runners like it

• Runners who show up get a genuine trail RunSesh inside the city, no long drive required
• Trail cleanups mean your crew actively gives back to the routes you run
• Free group runs and community events keep the barrier low and the energy real

First visit

• Lace up and head to Morley Field Drive in North Park on a Wednesday at 6:00 PM
• No membership needed and no cost to join
• All paces are welcome so go at your own speed
• Check their Eventbrite page for upcoming weekend events before making the trip

Good to know

Weekend runs are not open standing events. Confirm timing and details before planning a Saturday or Sunday visit.