Trail Running calendar near Arnold 2025-2026

The Rubicon is a very difficult, remote on- and off-trail foot race set in the backcountry of the northwestern Sierra Nevada, near Oxbow Reservoir, California. It offers three route options: The Requisite (15+ miles, about 6,700 ft of gain, 3 hill climbs and 2 water crossings); The Resonant (30+ mil..

Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run is a premier ultramarathon held at Beal’s Point in the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, about 40 minutes east of Sacramento. The event features a 100‑mile race and a 50K endurance run, both looping from Beal’s Point toward Auburn and back along the American Rive..

NorCal Backyard Ultra returns to Beals Point at Folsom Lake, near Granite Bay, CA, for its third edition. Two formats: Last Person Standing (4.2-mile loop, hourly until one remains) and Mini Last Person Standing (24 hours). The scenic course runs on rolling singletrack with lakefront views.No on-cou..

Ferris Fifty in Minden, Nevada, features the inaugural 50-Miler, 50K, and 15K trail races starting at the Douglas County Fairgrounds and finishing in a festival atmosphere at TJ’s Corral outside the Carson Valley Inn. Runners traverse a mix of dirt, gravel, sand, and pavement on single-track and OHV..

The Ripon Turkey Trail Run is a community-focused running event held in Ripon, California, at Mavis Stouffer Park along the Stanislaus River Trail. Scheduled for November 15, 2025, the race offers three distance options: 5K, 10K, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Participants receive a custom techni..

Falcon Crest Winter Trail Challenge takes place in the foothills of El Dorado Hills, California, at the Falcon Crest Parking Lot / Monte Vista Trailhead near Folsom Lake. The event offers six distances: 5K, 10K, 15K, half marathon, 30K, and a trail marathon. Runners navigate dirt and rocks on mostly..

Darrington Single Track Trail Challenge is a multi-distance trail-run event held in Pilot Hill, California, near Sacramento. Participants can choose from four distances: 36 Miler, 18 Miler, 10K, and 5K. The race traces a single-track route along the shores of Folsom Lake, featuring stony dirt paths..

The Wild Turkey is a Thanksgiving morning trail race in Granite Bay, California, held at the Beals Point area along Folsom Lake (9704 Auburn Folsom Rd). It offers 5k and 10k trail courses and a free 1-kilometer kids run. The event emphasizes family fun and community support, benefiting Folsom’s Hope..

Folsom Lake Point to Point Trail Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in El Dorado Hills, California, along the south shore of Folsom Lake. The course is predominantly single-track (about 95%) with some dirt-road sections, featuring rolling hills, technical segments, and scenic views of Fols..

Doomsday is a two-distance endurance event in Cool, California, offering a 50K and a Half Marathon on a beautifully scenic, backcountry-style course. The 50K features about 5,100 feet of elevation change with a 9.5-hour cutoff, while the Half Marathon covers roughly 1,250 feet of gain/loss and a 5-h..

Placerville's Holiday Jingle & Mingle Run takes place on the scenic El Dorado Trail in historic Placerville, California. This festive event offers multiple race distances including a half marathon, 15K, 10K, 5K, mile, and a kids run, accommodating runners of all ages and abilities. The course featur..

The Auburn Resolution Run is a trail running event held at Overlook Park in Auburn, California. Scheduled for January 1, 2026, it offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, 10 miles, and a virtual run option for any distance. This event provides a refreshing and adventurous way to start the N..

The IPA Beer Trail Runs, held at Granite Beach in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, offer two scenic trail race options: a 5K and a 12K along well-marked single-track paths with beautiful lake views. The event combines challenge and fun, culminating in a festive atmosphere where runners over 21 can..

Hope in Every Step 5K takes place on January 10, 2026 in Modesto, California. The event is a 5K run/walk on a 3.1-mile course using the trails at East La Loma Park, located at 2001 Edgebrook Drive, Modesto, CA 95355. Proceeds and donations from the event will benefit the Sutter Pediatrics Departmen..

The No Hands Trail Run takes place on January 10, 2026 at American River Overlook Park in Auburn, California. The event offers multiple distances and has a total capacity of 400 runners. Races are professionally chip timed using MyLaps and Race Director; disposable chips attach to the back of each..

Folsom Lake Sweetwater Trail Run takes place at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, Salmon Falls Parking Lot in El Dorado Hills, California. The event offers eight distances: Kids Run, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 9 Mile, Half Marathon, 30K, Trail Marathon, and 50K. The course is 95% single-track with 5% dirt ro..

The Gumby 10K and 5K are trail running events held at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. The races feature scenic courses along the shores of Folsom Lake, with well-marked trails and enthusiastic volunteers providing support. Aid stations are strategically placed throughout the course..

The Escape from Folsom is a trail running event held at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. It offers two race distances: a 10-mile run and a 5K (3.1 miles), both featuring scenic trails adorned with wildflowers. The course includes multiple aid stations providing water, electrolyte be..

FOURmidable is a challenging trail running event held in Auburn, California, set in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills. The race offers multiple distances including a 50K, 35.5K, half marathon, and 13K, catering to a range of endurance levels. Participants experience rugged terrain and picturesque n..

The Lost Trail Half Marathon and 5K take place at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, offering runners scenic lake views and vibrant wildflowers along well-marked courses. The half marathon covers 13.1 miles, while the 5K is 3.1 miles. The event features five aid stations strategically..