Trail Running calendar near Bakersfield 2026-2027

Two trail races at Elings Park in Santa Barbara on July 4, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 2K kids run that adults may enter; registration fees are $40 and $20 respectively.

A series of all-comers cross-country meets in Palmdale running July 9 through August 6, featuring a coed relay and four weekly Thursday races. Main events include a 3 miles open race and a 1 kilometer kids run.

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.

Trail races of 50K, 30K and 15K run through Rocky Peak, Las Lljas and Tapo Canyon in Simi Valley. Courses feature sandstone outcroppings, oak savannah and coastal views with aid stations on the 50K route.

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.

Haunted Heroes in Valencia on October 4, 2026 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on looped trails with aid stations each loop; registration includes a finisher medal and free photos.

A trail race at Vasquez Rocks in Agua Dulce on October 17, 2026 offering Half Marathon+, 15K, 10K and 5K loops through rock formations, canyons and a 500 foot tunnel on the Pacific Crest Trail with multiple aid stations.

Multiple runs and a walk in Springville, CA on October 17, 2026, with distances from a half mile kids run to a 10K trail held mostly on dirt roads and single track trails as part of the 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..

The Rock Cobbler Trail Run 2.0 at Rio Bravo Ranch in Bakersfield on November 7, 2026 offers three off road routes from about 6 to 26 miles with stocked aid stations, official timing, camping, weekend food, and mandatory trail gear.

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 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 5, 2026 running event in Ridgecrest, CA featuring 50K and 30K loop ultras plus a 10K. Courses run on desert dirt roads with multiple aid stations and handmade finisher medals.

A holiday themed run in Valencia offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on looped trails with aid stations each loop. Entries include finisher medals, goodie bags, photos and posted results.

A multi-distance trail event at Tejon Ranch near Lebec, California on February 27, 2027 featuring 100k, 50k, 25k and 11k courses on fire roads, with aid stations, chip timing, live tracking, camping options and a finish festival with food a..

Santa Barbara Nine Trails is a trail running event in Santa Barbara, CA on March 13, 2027, offering 35 mile and 17 mile race options organized by AllWeDoIsRun.