Chollas Lake Park
When is Chollas Lake Park?
Chollas Lake Park takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 in San Diego, CA.
What distances does Chollas Lake Park offer?
Chollas Lake Park offers 3 events: Traditional - Beginner, Traditional - Intermediate, Traditional - Advanced.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional - Beginner | — | $20.00 | Register |
| Traditional - Intermediate | — | $20.00 | Register |
| Traditional - Advanced | — | $20.00 | Register |
How much does Chollas Lake Park cost?
Registration for Chollas Lake Park starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Chollas Lake Park held?
Chollas Lake Park is held in San Diego, CA at 5598 Chollas Station Rd.
About Chollas Lake Park
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 city’s 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 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
Format: Traditional
Map: scale 1:5000 | 2.5 m contours
Courses: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced
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 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.