Trail Running calendar near Bishop 2026-2027

Discover one of America's oldest trail marathons in Lone Pine, California. This scenic race winds through the iconic Alabama Hills and Mt. Whitney foothills, offering distances from a 10 miler to a 50 mile ultra.

Chase the legend through the scenic Dry Creek Preserve. This unique 5k trail run features river crossings and a playful Sasquatch theme. Part of the proceeds support the local nature preserve.

Course and Terrain The Bishop High Sierra Ultras takes place in the scenic foothills of the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains. The courses are mainly on four-wheel-drive dirt roads, with some sections of single-track trail and very short pave..

This unique 8-mile race climbs 4,600 feet up a historic 19th-century mining road to the Cerro Gordo ghost town. At the summit, a celebration with BBQ and music awaits before a shuttle ride back down. All finishers receive a shirt and medal,..

Shadow of the Giants stages 50k and 20k trail races near Fish Camp, California, based at Camp Green Meadows. Aid stations sit about 5 to 7 miles apart and the 50k carries an eight hour time limit with an optional early start.

Explore new trails above Shaver Lake at the Ely Mountain Trail Race. Choose between a 14K course with a rugged 1,000-foot climb or an 8K route, both offering mountain views. All runners get a custom shirt, finisher medal, and post-race refr..

SAR Wild Run on August 9, 2026 at Shaver Lake offers trail distances, a family hike and a virtual option to support Fresno County Search and Rescue, with chip timing, event shirts, custom medallions and a post-event BBQ.

Set at 6,000 feet around Tanri Lake, this event features a relay, a 10 hour individual race, and a 10k. Cash prizes are on offer, and registration includes dinner and a hat. The individual race offers a chance to qualify for the Western Sta..

Race straight up Pincushion Mountain in a one-mile timed hill climb. For a greater challenge, the Mountain Goat Edition lets you run multiple ascents within four hours. All finishers receive a custom award.

Run a scenic point to point half marathon starting near Twin Lakes in Bridgeport, California. The course features a descent around the lake followed by rolling hills on a ridge climb. All event proceeds benefit the local Bridgeport Elementa..

Experience an incredible footrace through the Eastern Sierra circumnavigating a prehistoric caldera. This high altitude journey features mountain summits, alpine lakes, and volcanic landscapes starting and finishing in Mammoth Lakes.

Run the half marathon or 10K through the scenic Alabama Hills near Lone Pine, California. This event features chip-timed loop courses on trails and dirt roads at 3,700 feet of elevation. Your participation supports the John Wayne Cancer Fou..

Explore the Eastern Sierra on trails in the Tungsten Hills. This fundraiser for search and rescue offers four scenic distances from a 5k to a 50k. The event features well-stocked aid stations and finishes at Millpond.

The Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run offers a 5K and 10K race along the scenic lake bed trail. All proceeds support St. Anthony Retreat. Registration is limited and opens in May 2026.

Trail races of 10k, 25k and 50k along Millerton Lake and the San Joaquin River near Friant, with aid stations about every five miles, drop bag and crew access for the 50k, plus nearby camping and lodging options.