Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

A mountain trail race in Downieville, California offering 25K, 50K, and 100K routes across high-country singletrack and river canyons. The 100K requires mandatory safety gear and includes multiple aid stations and crew access.

Tackle the trails of Auburn, CA in this second leg of a 3-part trail series. Choose from a 10.5 or 5.9 mile course through the American River Canyon, featuring challenging hills. Finish with a tech shirt, custom medal, and a celebratory bee..

A 135 miles nonstop invitational ultramarathon from Death Valley Badwater Basin to Whitney Portal, covering three mountain ranges with about 14,600 feet of ascent and a 45 hour time limit. Up to 100 international athletes compete.

This trail running event in Auburn, California, offers half marathon and 10K distances. The courses traverse the steep and scenic trails of the Mammoth Bar OHV area, known for its rugged climbs and canyon views.

Explore scenic trails along Folsom Lake at the Gold Rush Growler Trail Runs. Choose between a 10-mile or 5K course starting at Granite Beach. Finish with a custom beer glass, a local IPA, and a hearty post-race meal.

The Signal Peak 24M trail run navigates the terrain near Emigrant Gap with about 3,300 feet of climb. Aid stations provide fuel along the cupless course. Finishers earn a medal and a meal.

Trail running event in Auburn, California on October 3, 2026 offering half marathon, 12K and 5K distances. The half course follows the Western States Trail and crosses No Hands Bridge, with start and finish at Overlook Park.

Trail races in Auburn, California in October 2026 run along the American River Canyon with 50K, half marathon, and 5 mile options. Postrace items include a commemorative cider glass, a Ponderosa Cider pour for those 21 plus, and age group a..

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.

Explore Nevada City's trails at the Champion Mine Trail Race. Choose between a scenic half marathon crossing a historic swinging bridge or a 5K run/walk. The event features aid stations, varied terrain, and finishes at the historic Miners F..

Point-to-point trail races on the Bizz Johnson Trail near Susanville, CA offering 50K, marathon, Express Half and Express 10K on a USATF certified, mostly downhill course with river canyon, bridges and railroad tunnels.

A trail event in Cool, California on October 17, 2026 offering 5k, 10k and a trail half marathon. Proceeds support Black Oak Mines Unified School District youth and a Camp Taylor scholarship, and the event includes family options.

The Jackalope Lope is a trail run in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area on October 17, 2026. It offers distances from 8.5 miles to 52k on trails with notable elevation changes.

Trail races in Upper Bidwell Park near Chico featuring a half marathon with a steep early climb and a 4 mile endurance loop that can repeat hourly for up to eight hours.

A remote, self organized foot race near Oxbow Reservoir, CA with unmarked on and off trail routes of roughly 15, 30, and 43 miles and no official aid or medical support.

Explore the trails of Salmon Falls Ranch in the Gold Country foothills. Choose between a challenging half marathon or a 10K on a course featuring single-track, creek crossings, and views. The event supports the American River Conservancy's..

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..