Trail Running calendar near Auburn 2026-2027

Take on the Big Chief 50K, a scenic trail run from Tahoe City on single track and fire roads with big climbs and Lake Tahoe views. Aid stations, medical support and a finisher medal make for a rewarding mountain day.

Celebrate July 4th with a scenic trail run at Lake Tahoe. Choose between a 5K or a 10K course that finishes at a sandy beach. Enjoy an attire contest, post race festivities, and a festive holiday atmosphere.

The Leadville Race Series The Leadville Race Series began in 1983 in Leadville, Colorado. That year, 45 runners participated in a 100-mile trek through the Rocky Mountains. Today, the series hosts thousands of participants from around the w..

Trail endurance races in Carson City, Nevada, offering 100M, 100K, 50K and 23K on single-track trails around Lake Tahoe, with Western States qualification and live GPS for the longer distances.

A mountain trail race in Downieville, California offering 25K, 50K, and 100K routes across high-country singletrack and river canyons. The 100K requires mandatory safety gear and includes multiple aid stations and crew access.

Trail races in Auburn, CA on July 26, 2026 with long and short courses across single-track mountainous trails, canal sections and dirt roads. Post-race items include a tech shirt, finisher medal, beer for age 21 or older and food.

A multi-loop trail marathon on Royal Gorge land near Soda Springs, California on August 1, 2026. The route is about 26.4 miles with roughly 4,300 feet of climb and a single central aid station passed four times.

This alpine trail challenge in California's High Sierra features a 50K course with 7,500 feet of climbing at over 7,000 feet elevation. Runners navigate scenic loops with significant unsupported sections. The event includes four distances a..

Circle the scenic shores of Spooner Lake on single-track trails for a 5K or 10K run in Lake Tahoe State Park. This event offers a beautiful, forested course with aid stations. Registration includes a t-shirt, medal, photos, and food.

Trail running events take place at scenic Spooner Lake in Lake Tahoe State Park. Runners can choose between distances including a 50K, a 10 miler, a 10K, and a 5K. Participants receive race memorabilia, refreshments, and support along the c..

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn on September 6, 2026. Single-track and double-track courses include steep climbs, descents and views of the American River Canyon across Half Marathon and 10K options.

The Emerald Bay Trail Run offers a scenic 7-mile point-to-point course along the Rubicon Trail at Lake Tahoe. This September event includes a finisher's medal, shuttle service, and stunning views of the Sierra Nevada.

Run among tall pines, aspens and creek crossings at the XTERRA Lake Tahoe 5K and 10K starting and finishing on the Village Green in Incline Village. Choose one or two laps for a scenic, spectator friendly trail challenge.

Explore scenic trails along Folsom Lake at the Gold Rush Growler Trail Runs. Choose between a 10-mile or 5K course starting at Granite Beach. Finish with a custom beer glass, a local IPA, and a hearty post-race meal.

Trail runs at James Lee Park in Carson City with 10k, 5k and a free family 2k. Tech shirts go to 5k and 10k finishers, and early registration by August 31 affects t shirt eligibility.

The Signal Peak 24M trail run navigates the terrain near Emigrant Gap with about 3,300 feet of climb. Aid stations provide fuel along the cupless course. Finishers earn a medal and a meal.

Trail running event in Auburn, California on October 3, 2026 offering half marathon, 12K and 5K distances. The half course follows the Western States Trail and crosses No Hands Bridge, with start and finish at Overlook Park.

Kokanee Trail Runs in South Lake Tahoe on October 4, 2026 offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a non competitive half mile Tadpole Trot for children, with scenic courses near Fallen Leaf Lake and aid stations stocked with water and Tailwind.

Trail races in Auburn, California in October 2026 run along the American River Canyon with 50K, half marathon, and 5 mile options. Postrace items include a commemorative cider glass, a Ponderosa Cider pour for those 21 plus, and age group a..

Granite Head Trails and Ales offers two scenic fall trail runs at Granite Beach, California. Runners will encounter dirt trails, granite boulders, and a sandy beach along Folsom Lake. All finishers receive a tech shirt, medal, and post-race..