Trail Running calendar near Big Bear Lake 2026-2027

Trail race in San Pasqual Valley with 20 mile, half marathon and 10K options; the longer courses summit Raptor Ridge twice and most of the terrain is single track. Finish line features a free wine tasting with local vineyards.

A trail event at Audubon Center at Debs Park on February 21, 2026 offering a 4 mile run and a 2K youth hill challenge. The route runs on rolling hills with narrow trails, is pet friendly, and includes hydration stations.

Run a unique 5K through an active limestone quarry surrounded by massive machinery. The event offers separate categories for the public, Cemex employees, and school teams. All proceeds benefit local school STEM programs.

Trail races at Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park on March 21, 2026 feature 6k, 10k, half marathon and 30k courses through oak-filled foothills with marked support and event swag. Finishers are offered a complimentary beer with a meal at a local..

A rugged high desert half marathon and 10K in Pioneertown with views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Proceeds support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and entries include chip timing, aid stations, a finisher mug and a finisher shirt.

A loop-based trail endurance event in Fallbrook, CA on March 21, 2026 offering 12 hour solo, 12 hour team, and 6 hour solo formats. Each 4 mile loop gains about 1,300 feet and a stocked aid station supports every lap.

The Griffith Park Trail Marathon will take place in Los Angeles on Saturday 28 March 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 miles.

This trail race climbs into the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, California. Runners can choose from a 10K, half marathon, or a challenging 17-mile local loop. All courses feature significant elevation gain and well-placed aid stat..

Trail run and hike options of 6K and 10 mile take place in El Moro Canyon at Crystal Cove State Park on April 4, 2026. Registration includes race photos, a shirt, and a finisher medal; park parking is $15 per vehicle.

Hop into spring with the Hoppy Easter runs at Griffith Park. Choose from four distances on a scenic dirt trail course, from a 5k to a half marathon. Every finisher gets a custom medal, and the event includes free photos and a friendly atmos..

Two days of trail runs and gravel bike rides at Diamond Valley Lake Marina featuring marathon, shorter trail distances, youth and stroller events, plus gravel rides around the lake and finisher shirts and medals for multiple races.

Retro themed runs at Bolsa Chica State Beach on April 12, 2026 featuring 5K, 10K, a half marathon and a kids dash, plus a costume contest, live DJ, vendors, chip timing and oceanfront course views.

An 81 mile team ultramarathon from Salton City to Palomar Mountain mixing road and single track through Anza-Borrego State Park. Teams of two or three run together; limited entry and prior ultramarathon experience are required.

This trail running event on the Soboba Indian Reservation features a Marathon, Half Marathon, 5k, and Kids 3k. Courses include varied terrain with significant elevation gain. Proceeds support Noli Indian School scholarships.

A looped trail event at Lake Perris offering 10k, 50k and 100k with significant elevation gain, aid stations, group camping, and double-challenge buckles.

Tackle the Shadow Strike Unsanctioned Run in Chino Hills, a 4+ mile all terrain challenge across trails, gravel and open streets. No clocks, just navigation to checkpoints and cash prizes for top finishers and random participants.

A 13.5-mile trail race on fire roads and single track in Limestone Canyon with 2,719 feet of elevation gain, two aid stations, cupless policy, and limited packet pickup options.

This 5K run and walk supports the Northeast Division Youth Programs. The event takes place at Griffith Park in Los Angeles, with awards for top finishers and custom medals for the first 500 participants.

An annual 10K trail event in Glendale with a climb to 2,536 feet and panoramic views of the L.A. Basin and San Gabriel Mountains. Produced by the City of Glendale and benefiting the Glendale Parks and Open Space Foundation.

A trail run at Crystal Cove State Park on May 9, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 5K distances with ocean views, aid for finishers, podium awards, and proceeds benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Foundation.