Balboa Park
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 10:00AM PDT
- Location San Diego, California
- Price $20.00
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of adventure at Balboa Park in San Diego on Saturday, April 18th, 2026! This unique orienteering event invites participants to explore one of the city's most iconic landscapes, featuring beautiful gardens, historic Spanish-style architecture, and winding trails. With courses designed for all skill levels, you can choose from beginner (2km), intermediate (3.5km), or advanced (5.5km) distances, making it perfect for both newcomers and seasoned navigators.
Starting from 10 AM to 11 AM, participants will have two hours to complete their course and must return to headquarters by 1 PM. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your orienteering skills with an introductory clinic at 9:45 AM. With a friendly atmosphere, electronic scoring, and a limit of just 75 participants, this event promises to be a day filled with exploration, problem-solving, and outdoor fun right in the heart of San Diego. Register now and experience Balboa Park like never before!
Starting from 10 AM to 11 AM, participants will have two hours to complete their course and must return to headquarters by 1 PM. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your orienteering skills with an introductory clinic at 9:45 AM. With a friendly atmosphere, electronic scoring, and a limit of just 75 participants, this event promises to be a day filled with exploration, problem-solving, and outdoor fun right in the heart of San Diego. Register now and experience Balboa Park like never before!
Organiser's Description
COME EXPLORE THE JEWEL OF SAN DIEGO CITY PARKS!
Discover one of San Diegos most iconic landscapes in a whole new way! Join us at BALBOA PARK for an orienteering adventure through scenic gardens, historic Spanish-style architecture, and winding trails. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned navigator, youll find courses designed to challenge and inspire. Grab a map, test your skills, and enjoy a day of exploration, problem-solving, and outdoor funright in the heart of the city. Register now and experience Balboa Park like never before!
EVENT TEAM:
* Event Director: Dana Borie
Course Setter: Michael Noblett
* _Visit the VOLUNTEER PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/SanDiego/BalboaPark] to learn how to help with the event._
* _See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page. _
* _Volunteers get up to a $20 credit toward a race registration fee._
* Volunteer roles explained in detail [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/roles#day-of-event-roles]
FORMAT: Traditional [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/formats]
MAP: scale 1:4000 | 2.5 m contours
COURSES: Beginner (2km), Intermediate (3.5km), and Advanced (5.5km) - distances as the bird flies [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/formats]
STARTS: 10am to 11am
TIME LIMIT: Two hours. All competitors must return to HQ and download by 1pm so we know you are safe. If you don't check in before leaving, volunteers will search the course to ensure you are not lost. Please check in before you leave.
SCORING: Electronic punching [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/epunch] will be used. All participants must bring, rent, or purchase one. Controls will be AIR+ enabled.
E-PUNCHES: If you don't have your own E-stick, rental electronic punches will be available for $5. (Use "000000" when registering).
CLINICS: An introductory clinic will be offered at 9:45 am. An experienced orienteerer will teach you the basics.
REGISTRATION: All participants must pre-register. All standard SDO registration policies apply.
FEES:
* $20 for adults, $10 for juniors (under 21)
* $5 early bird discount through midnight, Saturday, March 28th.
CLOSES: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, April 17th, or when we reach our limit
ENTRY LIMIT: This event is limited to 75 participants. See the "Find a Participant" tab to see the registration list.
HQ LOCATION: 32^043'37.2"N 117^009'15.2"W [https://www.google.com/maps/place/32%C2%B043'37.2%22N+117%C2%B009'15.2%22W/@32.726947,-117.155325,275m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d32.7269982!4d-117.1542157!5m1!1e1!18m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQwMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] - grass area between the Air & Space Museum and the Automotive Museum
PARKING: There is ample parking at the park. Free for San Diego residents (if you register your vehicles), paid for non-residents. More info here [https://www.sandiego.gov/parking/balboapark].
SAN DIEGO ORIENTEERING: HOME PAGE [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/] | EVENTS [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/events]
Discover one of San Diegos most iconic landscapes in a whole new way! Join us at BALBOA PARK for an orienteering adventure through scenic gardens, historic Spanish-style architecture, and winding trails. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned navigator, youll find courses designed to challenge and inspire. Grab a map, test your skills, and enjoy a day of exploration, problem-solving, and outdoor funright in the heart of the city. Register now and experience Balboa Park like never before!
EVENT TEAM:
* Event Director: Dana Borie
Course Setter: Michael Noblett
* _Visit the VOLUNTEER PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/SanDiego/BalboaPark] to learn how to help with the event._
* _See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page. _
* _Volunteers get up to a $20 credit toward a race registration fee._
* Volunteer roles explained in detail [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/roles#day-of-event-roles]
FORMAT: Traditional [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/formats]
MAP: scale 1:4000 | 2.5 m contours
COURSES: Beginner (2km), Intermediate (3.5km), and Advanced (5.5km) - distances as the bird flies [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/formats]
STARTS: 10am to 11am
TIME LIMIT: Two hours. All competitors must return to HQ and download by 1pm so we know you are safe. If you don't check in before leaving, volunteers will search the course to ensure you are not lost. Please check in before you leave.
SCORING: Electronic punching [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/epunch] will be used. All participants must bring, rent, or purchase one. Controls will be AIR+ enabled.
E-PUNCHES: If you don't have your own E-stick, rental electronic punches will be available for $5. (Use "000000" when registering).
CLINICS: An introductory clinic will be offered at 9:45 am. An experienced orienteerer will teach you the basics.
REGISTRATION: All participants must pre-register. All standard SDO registration policies apply.
FEES:
* $20 for adults, $10 for juniors (under 21)
* $5 early bird discount through midnight, Saturday, March 28th.
CLOSES: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, April 17th, or when we reach our limit
ENTRY LIMIT: This event is limited to 75 participants. See the "Find a Participant" tab to see the registration list.
HQ LOCATION: 32^043'37.2"N 117^009'15.2"W [https://www.google.com/maps/place/32%C2%B043'37.2%22N+117%C2%B009'15.2%22W/@32.726947,-117.155325,275m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d32.7269982!4d-117.1542157!5m1!1e1!18m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQwMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] - grass area between the Air & Space Museum and the Automotive Museum
PARKING: There is ample parking at the park. Free for San Diego residents (if you register your vehicles), paid for non-residents. More info here [https://www.sandiego.gov/parking/balboapark].
SAN DIEGO ORIENTEERING: HOME PAGE [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/] | EVENTS [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/events]
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