Trail Running calendar near Carlsbad 2026-2027

Experience high altitude obstacle racing at Big Bear Mountain Resort featuring steep climbs and over 1200 feet of descent. Conquer the Sprint, Super, or Beast distances to earn your Trifecta qualification in the San Bernardino National Fore..

Trail races at O'Neill Park in Trabuco Canyon on May 16, 2026 offer distances from 10k to 50k. Registration closes May 1 and entries are non refundable; weather or fire cancellations may roll over to a makeup date or another KHraces race.

Experience a technical trail event in the Cleveland National Forest featuring rocky scrambles and OHV trails. Choose from four distances ranging from a 5 miler to a 50 km ultra through diverse California terrain.

Experience high altitude trail running at Big Bear Mountain Resort with a scenic 10k course. Run through pine forests and technical singletrack while enjoying expansive views of the Southern Sierra.

A multi-distance loop race on a flat, one-mile dirt and grass loop at a private ranch in Riverside. Options run from 3-hour events to a 100-mile race, with camping, relay teams, and event awards.

A 5k trail run at Black Star Canyon in Silverado, California, with mixed fire road and single track, 390 ft elevation gain, one aid station, a cupless policy, and pre-run access restricted to authorized days.

Experience the scenic bridle trails of Rolling Hills Estates in this annual 5K and 10K run and walk. Starting at Ernie Howlett Park, participants enjoy a trail route through beautiful local landscapes with awards for top finishers.

Event Overview The Pacific Crest Trail 50 is a 50 mile ultramarathon. The 2026 edition is scheduled for June 6th. It takes place in the Cleveland National Forest in east San Diego County, California. This is the event's 44th year. Course De..

The inaugural Fullerton Fit 5K Trail Run offers a scenic dirt trail course through the Brea Dam area. The event also includes a Health & Wellness Fair with local vendors and food trucks. Registration includes a shirt, medal, and other race..

Trail running event at Whittier Narrows Natural Area on June 13, 2026 with 5K and 10K loop courses plus a kids dash for ages 3 to 12. Registration opens April 13 and fees increase after April 30.

Experience the Orange Curtain Endurance Run along the San Gabriel River in California. Featuring USATF certified courses from 10k to 100k, this event offers a fast and flat route perfect for personal milestones and Boston qualification.

Trail races on Black Mountain in San Diego with 50K, 25K and half marathon distances on rocky, steep single-track and jeep trails, featuring up to about 5,500 feet of elevation gain in the 50K.

Celebrate the legacy of Title IX in Yorba Linda. Run or walk a moderate 5K on the El Cajon Trail with the family, strollers, and dogs. After the race, visit the vendor fair and explore awards for various age groups.

A 5k trail run at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness on June 24, 2026 over fire roads and single track with about 350 ft of elevation gain. One aid station at mile 2.2 and a cupless race policy.

Experience a high altitude mountain run on the slopes of Mt. Baldy Resort. This 5k course features a 1500 foot climb through scenic trails ending with a sunset celebration and BBQ dinner at the Top of the Notch.

Into the Wild is a 5k trail run at Saddleback Wilderness on July 15, 2026, over fire roads and single track with 300 ft of elevation gain. Entry is limited to 150 runners and there is no race day registration.

A trail race in Modjeska Canyon offering 50K, 30K, and 15K on Harding Truck Trail through the Cleveland National Forest. The event uses shuttle access to Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary, is cupless, and features staffed aid stations.

Join this summer running event at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area featuring 5k, 10k, 15k, and Half Marathon distances. Enjoy a scenic loop course with finisher medals and snacks included for all participants.

South Bay 24 is a timed endurance challenge on a flat 1.22-mile loop in San Diego. Runners choose from 24, 12, or 6-hour events, aiming for personal records or the 100-mile buckle. The event includes a campsite, meals, and a special prize f..

Experience a unique desert night run under the Full Buck Moon on a scenic looped course. Choose between distances ranging from 9 miles to a 50k ultramarathon through manzanita groves and single track trails.