Trail Running calendar near Avalon 2026-2027

An evening trail event in Pasadena's Lower Arroyo Park offering 6K and 12K routes with chip timing and aid stations. The finish includes tacos and drinks and runners receive a commemorative shirt and wooden medal.

A 5K run or walk with a 282 step climb at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City that benefits the Aztlan Athletics Foundation. Registration runs from 10/10/2025 to 12/31/2025 with a $45 fee.

Experience trail running in Orange County with several race distances ranging from a 5k to a 6 hour timed challenge. Navigate a scenic 3.3 mile looped course with multiple early bib pickup options available.

A two-mile beach run in Hermosa Beach, California on August 1, 2026, organized by the Mira Costa Track and Cross Country teams. Registration runs April 17 to August 1 and the $30 fee supports the team.

A trail running event at Malibu Creek State Park on August 15, 2026 offering 50k and 25k courses, stocked aid stations, prize purse and festival amenities.

Two day 5K mud run in Moorpark, CA on August 15 and 16, 2026. The course includes 15 major obstacles, deep mud pits and rolling hills, with rinse stations and a Basecamp area featuring food trucks and music.

The 21st Annual Martha Walker Wild Duck is a 5 km cross country race at Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside, California. It is the opening race of the 2026 Dirt Dogs XC Series and includes a race flyer and course maps.

A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.

Free untimed 3 mile community trail run in Del Mar on August 26, 2026, limited to 250 participants with a throwback shirt and medal for each finisher.

A free community run and festival in Los Angeles on August 29, 2026 featuring a 4 mile group run, an expo with vendors and a raffle.

A community running event at John Glenn High School in Norwalk on September 5, 2026, supporting Cerritos High School and honoring local history. Features a 3 mile in person and virtual option, a youth sprint and a high school invitational.

The 61st Mt Baldy Run to the Top on September 7, 2026 is a fundraising mountain trail race in the Angeles National Forest covering about 7 miles with 4,000 feet of ascent to the 10,064 foot summit, with proceeds aiding local services.

A 5 km Stadion obstacle race with 20 obstacles at Angel Stadium on September 12, 2026, plus a 1-1.5 km kids race and spectator access.

An evening trail running event in Griffith Park with a 10-mile team relay, a 5K solo race, and a 1K kid run. The course features skyline views, race photos, medals, live music, and team awards.

Experience a scenic multisport event at Crystal Cove State Beach featuring swim legs in the Pacific Ocean and a closed bike course on the Pacific Coast Highway. Choose from triathlon duathlon aquabike or trail run options.

An evening trail event in Topanga with a timed 10k featuring about 1,360 ft of climbing and a non-timed 4.5-mile Hiker's Delight, plus aid stations, post-race amenities and shuttle-only parking.

An urban event in downtown Los Angeles with a stair climb up 1,664 steps at the U.S. Bank Tower, an Urban Hike past major cultural sites, a Heroes Challenge category, and a virtual participation option.

An obstacle course race weekend at Lake Elsinore Raceway with Sprint, Super, kids races, Hurricane Heat events, and spectator access on Sep 26-27, 2026.

A 3.1 mile trail event at Ascot Hills Park in Los Angeles with chip timing and views of Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood sign. Proceeds support the Wilson High School Fire and Police Magnet Cadet Program and Ascot Hills Park.

25K and 50K trail ultras on Mt. Wilson in the Angeles National Forest, featuring technical single track, regular aid stations, and significant elevation gain.