Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.

A remote, unmarked backcountry foot race at Oxbow Reservoir, CA with three unassisted route options from about 15 to 43+ miles.

Trail run at Salmon Falls Ranch with a single lap 10K (10.5K) and a two lap half marathon on single track trails featuring creek crossings, climbs and views. Proceeds support the American River Conservancy.

Trail races at Beal's Point near Folsom Lake offering a 100 mile and a 50K course with major elevation, stocked aid stations, drop bag and pacer rules.

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.

Trail races in Pilot Hill, CA on Dec 12, 2026 offering distances from 5K to 50K on stony, hilly dirt paths with lake views.

A trail event in Cool, CA on Dec 12, 2026 offering a 50K and Half Marathon with aid stations, GPX maps, finisher medals, and a 200-runner limit.

Annual New Year’s Day 5K and 10K run and walk in Chicago Park supporting local firefighters, the 4-H club, and the school PTA.

A New Year event at Granite Beach featuring a 2 mile run 5 mile bike 2 mile run duathlon and a 5K trail run with lake views. Awards include overall champions and age group prizes.

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.

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.

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.

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 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..

Trail races in Cool, California on March 6, 2027 offering a 50K and a 10 mile course with creek crossings, aid stations, timing and a post race party.

March 7, 2027 in Middletown CA: trail Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on a steep, scenic course with spring views and camping available.

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.