Trail Running calendar near Auburn 2026-2027

Trail races around Downieville featuring 100K, 50K, and 25K courses on mostly singletrack with stocked aid stations, required gear for the 100K, limited local lodging, and distance specific awards.

A 12.5 mile point to point trail race on Donner Summit with four summits and about 3,300 feet of elevation gain across Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge trails. Entry includes shuttle, raffle entry and a finisher item.

A trail race in Auburn, California on July 26, 2026 offering 10.5 mile and 5.9 mile courses on single track, canal, dirt and some paved surfaces. Post race food and beer are provided to finishers aged 21 or older.

A multi-loop trail marathon near Soda Springs, CA covering about 26.4 miles and 4,300 ft of gain across Royal Gorge land, with a central aid station, solo and relay options, parking at Soda Springs Ski Resort, and shuttle service to the aid..

A time based trail event at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa where runners cover as much distance as possible in 3, 6, or 12 hour events on a 4.16 mile loop with significant climbing; cupless and chip timed, 500 runner capacity.

A high Sierra trail event at Horse Canyon Trail Junction offering 5.6M, 10.5M, 21M and 50K options across alpine loops. The course sits near 7,400 feet with two aid stations, limited field size, and variable mountain weather.

Pinecrest Run marks its 50th annual event on Aug 9, 2026 at Pinecrest Lake, California. The program includes a five mile lakeside course and a one mile pavement race and serves as a fundraiser for Pinecrest Expedition Academy.

Experience the beauty of Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area with trail distances ranging from a 5K to a 50K ultra marathon through scenic pine forests and rolling single track.

Desolate Peaks is a self-navigated peak bagging event in Desolation Wilderness near South Lake Tahoe. Runners choose 11, 17 or 21 peak circuits on unmarked off trail terrain requiring route finding, scrambling and creek crossings.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

Obstacle-course weekend at Mahon Ranch near Elk Grove on Aug 29-30, 2026, featuring Sprint (5 km), Super (10 km), a kids race, spectator access, team entries, and service member discounts.

A community run in Tahoe Vista with a 5K and a 1 mile fun run across grass fields, paved bike paths and park trails. Parking and a participant hat are included, and proceeds support a park nonprofit.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

A point-to-point trail race around Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe, covering about 7 miles / 11 km on mostly single-track terrain with moderate climbs, technical granite steps, scenic lake views, shuttle service, and standard race amenities.

A multi-day ultrarunning event in Auburn, California (Sept 18-21, 2026) offering timed solo races and team relays on a looped course, staffed aid stations, milestone buckles, on-site amenities, and family cheer zones.

Trail runs at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake with new 10 mile and 5K courses, aid stations, age group awards, a finisher beer glass and a postrace meal.

Trail runs at Long Ranch Park in Carson City on September 19, 2026, with 6K, 12K and 22K options. Aid stations offer water and snacks but runners must bring a bottle; there are no division awards.

Explore the scenic trails of Carson Valley with 10k, 5k, and free 2k family options. Experience the newest single track loops at the base of the mountains while supporting local trail maintenance at James Lee Memorial Park.

A community ultramarathon and hike on a 3.3 mile loop at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa supporting the Pheo Para Alliance. Participants can do one to ten loops with alternating loop directions each hour and on site aid and awards.

The Great Trail Race is a point to point event between Truckee and Tahoe City, California, on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Participants may choose gravel bike, mountain bike, or trail run and select either an Elite or Classic course.