Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

Trail races along the Western States Trail near Auburn, California on September 27, 2026. Distances include a half marathon, 12K and 5K with electronic chip timing and finisher medals and t shirts.

A self-guided 50K on the original Yuba Gold point to point route from South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley in Nevada City, CA. Runners complete the course any time between October 1 to 31, 2026 and submit an activity link for verification.

Experience the Signal Peak Trail Runs in Emigrant Gap California featuring 50K and 24 mile distances. Navigate through scenic terrain with 3300 feet of gain and enjoy a well stocked cupless course with a finish line meal.

Trail races in Auburn, California along the American River Canyon rim with live music and free cider. Distances include a 50K, a half marathon and a 5 mile course with aid stations on the longer routes.

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 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.

Trail races in Cool, California offering 5k, 10k and a trail half marathon. Proceeds support Black Oak Mines Unified School District youth programs and a scholarship fund for Camp Taylor.

Experience the rugged trails of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area with distances ranging from 8.5 miles to a 52 km ultra. Enjoy well-marked courses and a festive post-race atmosphere while supporting local trail maintenance.

Test your limits in Upper Bidwell Park with a challenging half marathon featuring 1,600 feet of climbing or a unique eight hour backyard endurance challenge on scenic single-track trails.

Join the Vampire Run in Roseville for a timed 5K or a 1 mile walk to support the bleeding disorders community. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with costumes, carnival games, and medals for all runners.

A repeating loop endurance event at Beals Point, Granite Bay, where runners complete a 4.16 miles loop every hour until one person remains. A 12 hour Mini option offers the same format with a fixed time limit and on site aid.

A Last Person Standing Backyard Ultra at Beals Point, Granite Bay, featuring a 4.16 mile loop with 320 ft elevation gain. A Mini 12 hour event uses the same hourly loop with a fixed 12 hour limit.

A very difficult, remote on and off trail fatass in the northwestern Sierra Nevada near Oxbow Reservoir. Three routes run from 15+ to 43+ miles with large elevation gain and multiple water crossings.

A trail race on October 24, 2026 near Pilot Hill, California featuring a half marathon (two laps) and a 10K on single-track trails with creek crossings, climbs, and a Folsom Lake overlook; field limited to 175 and proceeds benefit the Ameri..

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.

Two trail races along the shoreline of Folsom Lake on January 9, 2027, offering 5K and 12K single-track courses, post-race local craft beer for participants 21 plus, awards by age group, and included race hat and post-race food.

Trail runs at Granite Beach along Folsom Lake with 5K and 10K courses, finisher medals, aid stations, and awards. Organized by Total Body Fitness with entry fees, spring package options, and a volunteer voucher program.

Trail races at Granite Beach along Folsom Lake include a 5K and a 10 Miler on February 6 and 7, 2027, with aid stations, finisher medals, race shirts for sale, and both age group and overall awards.