Trail Running calendar near Alameda County 2026-2027

Trail running at Huddart Park in Woodside with multiple distances from a 1 mile kids dash to a 6 hour loop challenge. Swag choices, packet pickup locations, youth discounts and limited parking are provided.

Experience a scenic trail run around the Lake Chabot reservoir and hills. With distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon there is an option for everyone at this Castro Valley event.

Trail races run from Stinson Beach to Mt. Tam on November 7, 2026, with distances from 10K to a 50K that has an 8.5 hour time limit. Awards, finisher medals, aid stations, and post-race food are provided.

A November trail event at Rancho Cañada del Oro offering distances from 5K to 50K, with steep climbs, single track and two main aid stations. Runners should carry water and be aware of exposed terrain and rattlesnakes.

A flat trail event at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and youth races, cupless aid stations every 2–5 miles, and a USATF-certified half marathon course.

Navigate the redwood forests and meadows of Santa Cruz in this 2 or 4 hour map based adventure scramble. Explore the wilds in teams of up to five while hunting for 20 unique checkpoints.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Hellyer County Park with a trail race along Coyote Creek. Choose from a USATF certified half marathon, 10K, or 5K while competing for a chance to win a turkey.

A 28.4 mile trail race in Mill Valley with about 9,000 feet of climbing on the Dipsea Trail. The course is an out and back to Stinson Beach that is then repeated to complete the Quad.

Quarry Turkey 2026 at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a short children's Little Turkeys run. The event includes youth divisions, a virtual option and a food drive for Alameda County Food..

A seasonal cross country event in San Francisco on 12/6/2026 with live and virtual options. Distances include a 5K, 10K, and a nine mile course; all entrants receive race swag and there is a pre race bib and shirt pickup with Brewfest.

A multi-distance trail event at Calero County Park in San Jose featuring single-track, hills and varied terrain. Aid stations, drop-bag service for the 50K, free parking and support access at Rancho Cañada del Oro are provided.

Peacock Gap Trail Run at China Camp State Park on December 5, 2026 offers 10K, half and 30K trail courses with marked single track and fire roads, chip timing, aid stations, and a cupless water policy.

The Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing will take place in San Francisco on Sunday 6 December 2026. You can run between 50 and 50 miles.

Run through the redwoods and pines of Sanborn County Park. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K on scenic single-track trails. Walkers are welcome and all finishers get a medal.

Forest and ridge single-track runs in Woodside, California with 10K, half, 35K and 50K options, chip timing, aid stations, and cupless hydration requirements.

Celebrate the final day of the year with a trail run at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley. Choose between half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances with options for runners and hikers alike.

A family-friendly 5K, 10K and half marathon around Lake Chabot in Castro Valley on January 1, 2027. The half marathon is part of the Brazen Ultra Half Series and includes varied trail terrain with notable climbs.

A winter trail event at Almaden Quicksilver County Park offering distances from a kids run to a 50K, marked dirt-road courses, aid stations with toilets, drop-bag service for longer races, and measurable elevation gain.

Join a community run and walk along the scenic trails of the Tuolumne River Regional Parkway in Modesto. Support the Sole Support Sponsorship Program while completing a 5K course alongside friends and family.

Crystal Springs Trail Run on January 17, 2027 in Woodside California offers distances from an 8K to a 50K plus a free kids 50yd dash. Routes run through Huddart Park, King's Mountain and Bear Gulch with marked trails and regular aid station..