Trail Running calendar near Chico 2026-2027

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.

Trail runs near Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding with a 50K and a 24 mile option. The 50K includes a summit loop with about 5,700 ft of gain, rocky sections on Signal Peak OHV Road, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals.

Trail races in Auburn, CA, on runnable single track through the American River Canyon, offering 50K, half marathon, and 5 mile options plus post-race cider and commemorative glass.

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.

A trail running event in Cool, California on October 17, 2026 offering 5k, 10k and a half marathon. Proceeds benefit Black Oak Mines Unified School District youth programs and help fund a scholarship to Camp Taylor.

A trail running event in Whiskeytown on October 17, 2026 offering 9 mile, 20.5 mile and 52K courses; proceeds support local trail maintenance and a National Park Pass is required.

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.

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.

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.

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.