Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

Event Overview The Ruck a Chuck 50K is a trail running event on the Western States Trail near Foresthill, California. The course is an out-and-back route starting at the Drivers Flat staging area and heading towards Foresthill. The route co..

Choose from three trail distances—50K, 25K, or 10K—starting from the Cool Staging Area in California. Each course features significant elevation change and a generous 10-hour cutoff for the longer races. All participants get a race shirt, a..

Join the 11th annual Mighty Dog Trail Runs at Folsom Lake featuring 10K and 5K distances. Runners and walkers can compete with their dogs for finisher medals and special canine bandanas on scenic granite trails.

Run on the historic Western States trail at the Knickerbocker Canyon Trail Run. Choose from four distances, from a 5K to a challenging 35K, all starting from American River Overlook Park. The course features river views, the iconic No Hands..

A women focused 10K in Auburn on April 11, 2026 featuring scenic trail loops, finisher shirts, age group awards and a raffle with four winners earning a trip to a women only running camp in Spain.

Explore the rolling hills of Cronan Ranch at the Magnolia Magic River Trail Run. This event offers a range of distances on dirt and rock trails, from a 5K to a 50K ultra. All participants receive a medal and access to aid stations along the..

Explore remote trails along Folsom Lake with the Outlands Endurance Races. Choose from 25K, 50K, or 50-mile distances on scenic singletrack. The event starts and finishes at Peninsula Campground in Pilot Hill.

A 14.5 mile trail run near Bullards Bar Reservoir in Camptonville, CA, hosted by the Tahoe Hotshots. Proceeds go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation and the course features three stocked aid stations plus a taco truck at the finish.

About the event The Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB is an event in the historic gold-rush town of Auburn, California. It takes place in the northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada range. The event is described as taking you back t..

The 30th annual Paiute Meadows Trail Run explores the scenic single-track trails of Susanville Ranch Park. Runners can choose from distances including a 50K, 30K, half marathon, and a free kids' race. It's a cupless event with well-stocked..

Kick off the trail running season with the Dirty Secret Trail Run in Cool, California. Choose from a 10.3 or 5.8 mile course featuring single-track trails, meadows, and a creek crossing. Finish with a strawberry pancake breakfast and a cust..

Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K The Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Roseville, California. The event starts and finishes at the Moksa Barrel House on Foothills Boulevard. The event offers three distances: Half Marathon: Th..

Experience the final 70 miles of the Western States trail during this three day training event featuring supported runs of 19, 20, and 32 miles through iconic canyon terrain and mountain climbs.

Experience a beautiful 10km loop through the rolling hills and oak groves of the Auburn State Recreation Area. This scenic trail run features canyon crossings and views of the American River Canyon with full aid station support.

The Cool Summer Night Run will take place in Cool on Saturday 6 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Cool Moon Trail Races offer six distances from 5K to 100K on scenic, well-marked loops near Cool, California. The event spans two days, with live tracking and multiple aid stations on course. All finishers receive a medal and shirt, wit..

Run 100 miles on a looped course through Northern California trails. The event has a 37-hour cutoff and multiple aid stations. Finishers earn a handcrafted silver buckle.

This trail scramble explores the Susan River Canyon on a loop combining the Bizz Johnson and Southside trails. Choose from three scenic distances, all finishing with a riverside celebration. Remember your own water bottle, as it's a cup-les..

This summer series offers Tuesday evening fun runs in Redding, CA. Each week features a different local park or route with two distance options. A punch card registration includes a special 20th anniversary T-shirt.

The Lost Sierra Endurance Race offers 25K, 50K, and 100K trail runs through the scenic and rugged northern Sierra Nevada near Downieville, California. The 100K is a demanding out-and-back route, while the 50K is a point-to-point course with..