Chollas Lake Park
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 10:00AM PDT
- Location San Diego, California
- Price $20.00
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at Chollas Lake Park in San Diego on Saturday, March 21, 2026! This unique urban oasis, nestled in southeastern San Diego near Lemon Grove, offers a picturesque one-mile loop trail that surrounds a historic reservoir built in 1901. With its combination of open grassy hillsides, eucalyptus groves, and shaded picnic areas, it's the perfect venue for both novice and experienced orienteers alike.
Participants can choose from beginner, intermediate, and advanced courses designed to challenge your navigation skills in a fun and engaging environment. The event will run from 10 AM to 11 AM, with a two-hour time limit to complete your course. Don't miss the opportunity to join an introductory clinic at 9:45 AM to learn the basics of orienteering from an experienced guide. Registration is open now, with fees at just $20 for adults and $10 for juniors under 21, plus a special early bird discount available until February 28th. With a participant limit of just 75, be sure to secure your spot for this exciting event!
Participants can choose from beginner, intermediate, and advanced courses designed to challenge your navigation skills in a fun and engaging environment. The event will run from 10 AM to 11 AM, with a two-hour time limit to complete your course. Don't miss the opportunity to join an introductory clinic at 9:45 AM to learn the basics of orienteering from an experienced guide. Registration is open now, with fees at just $20 for adults and $10 for juniors under 21, plus a special early bird discount available until February 28th. With a participant limit of just 75, be sure to secure your spot for this exciting event!
Organiser's Description
Join us at CHOLLAS LAKE PARK, a unique urban oasis in southeastern San Diego near Lemon Grove. Centered around a scenic one-mile loop trail encircling a historic reservoir built in 1901, the park blends open grassy hillsides, eucalyptus groves, shaded picnic areas, and panoramic neighborhood views. Named for the native chollas cactus, the lake later became part of the citys park system. Its mix of runnable trails, subtle terrain features, and urban-meets-nature character makes it a fantastic venue for both beginners discovering orienteering and experienced navigators looking for a fast, tactical challenge.
EVENT TEAM:
* Event Director: Tad Gallistel
* Course Setter: Tian Liang
* _Visit the VOLUNTEER PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/SanDiego/ChollasLakePark] to learn how to help with the event._
* _See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page. _
* _Volunteers get up to a $20 credit for a race to cover their 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 1:5000 | 2.5 m contours
COURSES: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced [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 offered. 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, Feb 28th.
CLOSES: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, March 20th, 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: coming soon !!
PARKING: There is ample parking at the park.
SAN DIEGO ORIENTEERING: HOME PAGE [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/] | EVENTS [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/events]
EVENT TEAM:
* Event Director: Tad Gallistel
* Course Setter: Tian Liang
* _Visit the VOLUNTEER PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/SanDiego/ChollasLakePark] to learn how to help with the event._
* _See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page. _
* _Volunteers get up to a $20 credit for a race to cover their 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 1:5000 | 2.5 m contours
COURSES: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced [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 offered. 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, Feb 28th.
CLOSES: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, March 20th, 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: coming soon !!
PARKING: There is ample parking at the park.
SAN DIEGO ORIENTEERING: HOME PAGE [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/] | EVENTS [https://www.sandiegoorienteering.org/events]
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5598 Chollas Station Rd, San Diego, 92105, CA, United States
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