Trail Running calendar near Big Bear Lake 2024-2025

The Mt. Wilson Trail Race is one of the oldest trail races in California, covering 8.6 miles from Kersting Court in Sierra Madre to Orchard Camp and back. With an elevation gain of over 2160 feet, the winding course has been altered over the years due to natural events. The trail, originally used by..

The Nanny Goat 6/12/24/100 trail run will take place over Memorial Day Weekend in Riverside, CA. The course is a flat, 1-mile loop with good footing and support never more than a half mile away. Participants can choose to run solo for 6hr, 12hr, or 24hr, or as a relay team of up to 4 runners for 24h..

The Whiting Ranch Trail Races in Trabuco Canyon, CA, offer a 10k, half marathon, and 30k trail run. The event has been postponed to Saturday, June 1st, 2024, due to rain. The races are well-supported, well-marked, and promise great swag for participants. Refunds are not offered, but in case of cance..

The Griffith Park Trail Relay Marathon offers a unique opportunity to run 26.2 miles with a team of up to 5 members through the scenic Griffith Park, featuring landmarks like the Abandoned Los Angeles Zoo and the Hollywood Sign. Participants will receive a premium t-shirt, finisher's medal, and acce..

The Holcomb Valley Trail Run offers three distances: 33 Miles, 14 Miles, or 7 Miles, taking place on the famous Pacific Crest Trail in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event, in its 28th year, is scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2024, with registration opening on January 1, 2024. Participants can enjoy scenic ..

The Orange Curtain Endurance Run offers various distances including 100K, 24hrs, 50K AM, Marathon, 30K, 12hrs, 10K, and 6hrs. The race takes place in Cerritos, CA, with a course that is an out and back loop on an asphalt bike path with some dirt sections. Participants can pick up their bibs early at..

The SISU 24 Hour Ultra is a unique event where participants have 24 hours to explore and run any distance they like, including the opportunity to tackle one of the toughest 100-Mile races. The race starts in Monrovia Canyon Park-Camp Trask, with various loops leaving from the base camp. Participants..

The Mt. Wilson "Make it a Double" trail run is a challenging event offering 25K or 50K distances with 1-3 summits, each involving a 5,000 ft elevation climb. Participants can expect a supportive atmosphere, a hard turn down time at 3pm, and a celebratory meal at Orchard Camp. The event emphasizes tr..

The Mt. Baldy 5000 is a challenging 5K mountain race taking place at Mt. Baldy Resort on Saturday, July 13. The course is 3.1 miles long and mostly uphill, offering great views and a fun experience for runners of all levels. After the race, participants can enjoy a BBQ dinner, live music, and drinks..

The Elder Creek Night Runs will take place in Anza, CA on July 20, 2024, offering distances of 50K, 30K, 13 Miler, and 9 Miler. The event will be held under a full moon, allowing participants to enjoy a desert sunset and run on single track trails surrounded by red shank and manzanita trees. The cou..

The Socal Summer 6k/12k will take place in Pasadena on Friday 26 July 2024. You can run between 6 and 12 kilometers.

The Harding Hustle trail run takes place at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary in Modjeska Canyon, CA, offering distances of 50K, 30K, and 15K. The course winds through the scenic Cleveland National Forest and Santa Ana Mountains, providing stunning views and sunny skies. Participants are advised to prepare ..

The Riley Park Trail Races offer a variety of distances including a 30k, Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 10k, and 5k, making it a family-friendly event in Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park in Orange County. The race features beautiful single and double track trails, morning sunshine, and great fun for all pa..

The Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run is a challenging point-to-point course between Wrightwood and Altadena, with elevations ranging from 1,135 to 9,300 feet. This race, held since 1986, covers 100 miles of the San Gabriel mountains, offering stunning backcountry views and a true test of enduran..

The Mount Baldy Run to the Top is a challenging 7-mile trail race starting at 6,000' and finishing on the summit of Mt. Baldy at 10,064'. With 4,000' of elevation gain, this timed race takes place on Labor Day, September 2, 2024. The event is in its 59th year and serves as a fundraiser for various n..

The J Treequinox is a 12-hour night run event to celebrate the Fall Equinox, taking place on a private 20+ acre desert course near downtown Joshua Tree, CA. The run features a 1-mile loop course with a well-stocked aid station, weekend camping, yoga, and live music. Participants can run at their own..

The Double Peak Challenge is an outdoor 10k/5k trail run event in San Marcos, CA, featuring a Kids Trail Trot as well. Participants will experience a 1,176-foot elevation gain up to reach Double Peak's Summit at 1,558 feet, with panoramic views of North County. The 10k includes a racer's bib, a wood..

The "That's No Moon Ultras & 30K" trail run takes place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 13333 Black Star Canyon Rd in Silverado, CA. Participants can choose from a 30K, 50K, or 50-mile race through the scenic Cleveland National Forest and Santa Ana Mountains, offering spectacular views and sunny..

The Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB is a two-day festival weekend offering 5 distances in the scenic town of Big Bear Lake, California, just a couple of hours from Los Angeles. Runners will experience diverse landscapes, including views of Big Bear Lake, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Siberia Canyon. The ev..

The Cahuilla Rez Ultra is a unique trail run held on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation in Anza, California. Participants can choose from a 100 Miler, 24-hour race, Half Marathon, or 12-hour race. The event serves as a fundraiser for the tribe's Youth and Family Programming, offering runners a chance t..