Trail Running calendar near Carmichael 2026-2027

Two scenic trail races along Folsom Lake on January 9, 2027, offering a 12K and 5K on single-track trails, post-race local beer for athletes over 21, commemorative items, hot food and age-group awards.

Trail races in Auburn CA across 50K, 35K, Heavy Half and 8K on technical single track featuring No Hands Bridge, steep climbs, cupless aid stations, and chip timing.

A trail running event at Folsom Lake offering distances from a Kids Run to 50K on mostly single-track trails with multiple aid stations and a 9-hour limit.

Trail 10K and 5K at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake on January 23, 2027 with aid stations, finisher medals, pre-order shirts and age group awards.

Experience a winter run through the technical terrain of the Red Hills Recreation Area in the Sierra Foothills. Choose between six or twelve mile distances featuring water crossings and muddy trails in a scenic natural environment.

Escape from Folsom on February 6, 2027 at Granite Beach offers a 10 mile and a 5K on scenic trails beside Folsom Lake. Aid stations supply water and fuel and every finisher receives a custom medal.

Jed Smith Ultra Classic on February 6, 2027 is a USATF certified loop event on the American River Parkway offering 50 mile, 50 k, marathon, 30 k and half marathon distances with two aid stations and race day packet pick up.

Experience a trail running event in Auburn featuring four major climbs and 6000 feet of elevation. Choose from distances ranging from 13km to 50km on a course with less than one mile of pavement.

Experience scenic lake views and wildflowers at Granite Beach during this trail event featuring a half marathon and 5K. Enjoy well stocked aid stations and earn a finisher medal on the trails of Folsom Lake.

Trail races at Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley with 50K, 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on February 20, 2027.

A point to point 50 kilometer trail ultramarathon in the Sacramento foothills, running mostly on Cronan Ranch area trails from Magnolia Ranch Trail Head to Folsom Lake. A new half marathon distance has been added and proceeds support Breakt..

Trail runs at Granite Beach and Auburn Overlook Park offering 31K, 10K and 5K distances, finisher medals for all and a custom long sleeve hoodie for 31K finishers. Aid stations, post race food and a limited shuttle for 31K runners are provi..

Nordic ski event in Tahoe City offering 26 km and 10 km loops from Tahoe Cross Country Center; proceeds support Tahoe Nordic Search & Rescue and include a finish line party.

A three day trail running weekend in Marin County offering a point to point 100K plus single loop 50K and 28K that summit Loma Alta and Big Rock Ridge.

Multiple trail distances run through Redwood Regional Park on March 20, 2027 at Chabot Space & Science Center. Routes use East Ridge, West Ridge, Stream and Bridle trails and distances were measured with a Rolatape surveyor's wheel.

A trail event at Granite Beach offering 5K and 10K courses plus a Mighty Mile for senior dogs, with divisions by dog size and Cani Cross, single aid station, finisher medals, and awards for multiple categories.

An hourly backyard ultra on Dry Creek Parkway near Sacramento where runners repeat a 4.16 mile loop until only one completes the most yards. Each loop must be finished within the hour and the last runner to complete a loop wins.

Trail races in Auburn and Cool, CA in March 2027 on sections of the Western States trail with 5K, 10K, half marathon, and 35K distances.

Obstacle course weekend with races from 5 km to 50 km, held April 3 and 4 2027 at Modesto Reservoir Regional Park near Waterford CA.

Trail event in Walnut Creek on April 3, 2027 offering 50K, half marathon, 10K and 5K options with part of fees supporting Save Mount Diablo.