Trail Running calendar near Bakersfield 2026-2027

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.

Bandit Ultra Trail in Simi Valley on September 26, 2026 offers 50K, 30K and 15K trail courses through Rocky Peak and Tapo Canyon. The event is based at Corriganville Park and includes multiple aid stations and varied terrain.

Back On The Ranch Trail Run in Los Olivos CA runs October 2 to 4, 2026 and offers timed trail formats from three hours to 48 hours. The event is organized by AllWeDoIsRun, a promoter of California Central Coast trail events.

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Valencia will take place in Santa Clarita on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 miles.

Halloween themed 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon at West Creek Park in Valencia on October 4 with looped courses, aid stations, medals and race day registration.

A community Breast Cancer Awareness 5K at Hart Park in Bakersfield on October 10, 2026, featuring a scenic park course and post-race food, music, sponsor booths, and giveaways. Registration includes a performance T-shirt, finisher medal, me..

Trail running at Vasquez Rocks Natural Park in Aqua Dulce, CA with 13.9 mile, 15K, 10K and 5K race options on October 17, 2026.

Experience the Sierra foothills at the Springville Apple Run featuring trail routes and dirt roads. Choose between 10K and 5K runs or a 2 mile walk as part of the local Apple Festival.

A multi-distance trail event on the Gaviota Coast near Santa Barbara, California, featuring routes to Gaviota Peak and ridge views. Distances range from 12 kilometers to 100 mile with substantial elevation gain and on-course aid.

A community 5k at Live Oak Park in Tulare supporting the Tulare Sunrise Rotary Club scholarship program; $15 registration covers medals and timing, with finisher medals and age-group awards plus trophies and $100 gift cards for top male and..

Three off-road trail distances at Rio Bravo Ranch with aid stations, mandatory trail gear and a First Responder Challenge for agency teams.

A second annual trail run along the empty Kaweah Lake Bottom in Three Rivers, California with 5K and 10K options, race amenities, and proceeds supporting St. Anthony Retreat Center.

The 30th annual Patagonia Salmon Run takes place in Ventura on November 15, 2026, as a 5K (listed at 3.14 miles). Online registration is required, the event aims for zero-waste, and a Patagonia store discount is available to bib holders.

A community endurance event in Bakersfield on 11/21/2026 where a 4.2 mile loop starts each hour. Participants can run one loop, repeat loops through the day, or attempt twelve loops for about 50 miles with aid and free parking provided.

A Thanksgiving Day community run in Santa Clarita offering a 5K cross country course through Central Park and a 1K for children. The event benefits the Santa Clarita Track Club and awards medals to the first 600 competitors.

A December trail event in Ridgecrest, California offering 50K, 30K and 10K loop courses over rolling desert terrain with multiple aid stations, handmade finisher medals, age-group and military awards.

Holiday-themed Jingle Bell races in Valencia on December 6 offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on marked looped trails with aid stations and finisher medals.

Multi-distance trail running at Tejon Ranch in Lebec, CA on Feb 27, 2027, featuring 100k, 50k, 25k and 11k courses with camping and a finish festival.

A family friendly run and walk in Valencia CA featuring 1K, 5K and 10K options plus virtual races. The USATF certified course runs along the South Fork River Trail and proceeds support Students Off And Running with an expo and festive activ..