Trail Running calendar near El Dorado Hills 2025-2026

Run Diablo State Park on September 6 for scenic single track and dirt road trails with distances from 4 miles to 50K, plus a kids dash. Big climbs, frequent aid stations and sweeping views make this a must for trail runners seeking a challe..

Challenge yourself at the Emerald Bay Trail Run on September 12, 2026, a point to point 7 mile 11 km route from Eagle Point to Lester Beach around stunning Emerald Bay. Expect technical single track, moderate climbs and sweeping Lake Tahoe..

Run the Gold Rush Growler Trail Runs on September 19, 2026 at Granite Beach for scenic shoreline and single track trails with 5K and 10 mile options. Finishers receive a commemorative beer glass and ages 21 and up can enjoy a local IPA at t..

Carson Valley Trails Run the Valley in Carson City offers scenic 10k, 5k and family 2k routes over local loops and single track climbs. Tech shirts for 5k and 10k finishers and kid medals for the 2k add family friendly perks.

Signal Peak Trail Runs on Oct 3, 2026 near Nevada City offer 50K and 24 mile out and back courses featuring technical, rocky terrain. The 50K adds a summit loop up Signal Peak with sweeping views of Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding.

Sunset & Cider Trail Races in Auburn CA this October offer 50K, half marathon and 5 mile trail options along the American River canyon. Finish with a commemorative cider glass and locally crafted pours from Ponderosa Cider.

Euchre Bar Massacre is a fatass style adventure run along the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the American River. Choose 25 or 50 miles, expect remote support, big climbing and rugged riverside trails for a raw endurance challenge.

Join the inaugural Champion Mine Trail Race on October 11, 2026 in Nevada City, CA with 13.1 mile and 5K routes weaving through towering pines, a historic swinging bridge and creekside views. Enjoy a finishers medal and lively small town ra..

Join the Heart of Cool Trail Run in Cool, California on Oct 17, 2026 for 5k, 10k or trail half marathon options. Family friendly and charity focused, proceeds benefit local youth programs and a heart disease camp scholarship.

Join The Rubicon, an informal fatass group run deep in the Sierra Nevada around Oxbow Reservoir. Choose from progressive 15 mile, 30 mile or 43 mile routes across on and off trail terrain with big climbs and water crossings.

Run the scenic trails around Folsom Lake at Rio Del Lago, held at Beal's Point in Granite Bay, featuring 100 mile and 50K races on November 7, 2026. The 100 mile is a Western States 100 qualifier with full aid and unforgettable views.

Take on Ferris 50 in Minden, Nevada on November 7, 2026 with 50 mile, 50K and 15K options across scenic single track, trails and desert terrain. Aid stations, crew access and finish line festivities at TJ's Corral make for a memorable day.