Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.

A rugged fatass trail event near Foresthill, CA offering 25 mile and 50 mile options with extensive off trail sections, large climbs, limited to 50 entrants, free to enter.

Trail races in Nevada City on October 11, 2026 featuring a half marathon, 10K and 5K across mixed terrain with aid stations and historic trail features.

Point to point trail races on the Bizz Johnson Trail in Lassen National Forest featuring a USATF certified Boston qualifier marathon, a 50K, an Express half and a 10K with remote starts and aid stations.

Insomnia is a night trail race in the Sierra Nevada foothills offering 35K, 14K and 5K options. Courses are marked with reflective ribbons and headlamps are required; the 35K has a 5 hour 30 minute overall cutoff.

Trail running in Cool, California with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on Sierra Foothills trails. Proceeds support Georgetown Divide Ready by 21 and a Camp Taylor scholarship; family packages, childcare, and a post-race breakfast are inc..

A trail run at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area on October 17, 2026, with roughly 9 miles, 20.5 miles, and a 52K 32 mile option. Courses are marked with aid stations, after race food is provided, and proceeds support trail maintenance.

Trail races in Upper Bidwell Park featuring a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 4 mile hourly endurance challenge with creek crossings, single track trails, aid stations, bag check, bike valet, and reusable cup provision.

A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.

A Last Person Standing format at Beals Point, Granite Bay where runners complete a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini version is available, with start area aid and wood awards plus a quarter zip for entrants.

A repeating 4.16-mile trail loop event at Beals Point where runners start a new lap each hour until one remains; a Mini version ends after 12 hours. Aid is only at the start/finish and personal aid areas are encouraged.

The Rubicon is a remote on and off trail backcountry foot race near Oxbow Reservoir, CA. It offers three routes from about 15 to 43 miles with substantial elevation gain and multiple water crossings.

Trail races near Pilot Hill, CA featuring a half marathon and a 10K on singletrack with creek crossings and views; the event is a fundraiser for the American River Conservancy and is limited to 175 participants.

Event Details The Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run is a trail race held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at Beal's Point in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, within the Sierra Foothills of California. Course Information The 100-m..

Trail race at Darrington Trail Head by Folsom Lake offering 5K, 10K, 18M and 36M on rocky single-track with rolling hills, aid stations, drop bags, and a 10-hour overall time limit.

A Thanksgiving Day trail event at Beals Point offering 5k and 10k courses plus a free 1k kids run for under-6s. The race supports Folsom's Hope, features one aid station, and requires runners to bring a cup or bottle.

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 runs of 10K and 5K along the shores of Folsom Lake at Granite Beach on January 23, 2027, with multiple aid stations, age-group awards, pre-order shirts, and finisher medals.

Trail 10 mile and 5K runs at Granite Beach along Folsom Lake on February 6, 2027, featuring multiple aid stations, age-group awards, and finisher medals.

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.