Trail Running calendar near El Dorado Hills 2025-2026

Take on the Big Chief 50K, a scenic trail run from Tahoe City on single track and fire roads with big climbs and Lake Tahoe views. Aid stations, medical support and a finisher medal make for a rewarding mountain day.

Celebrate Independence Day with Run to the Beach, a scenic trail run from North Tahoe Regional Park to Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach in Lake Tahoe offering 5K and 10K courses. Finish on the sand with swimming, paddle rentals, music and..

Tahoe Trail returns to Truckee, California, July 17 to 19, 2026 with mountain bike and trail run races, kids events and an outdoor Expo at Northstar California near Lake Tahoe. Select distances qualify for Leadville Race Series entry.

Run the Tahoe Rim Trail around Lake Tahoe with four distances from 23K to 100 mile, featuring scenic single track and big climbs plus a demanding 100 mile with 20,000 feet of gain. Live GPS tracking for 100 mile, 100K and 50K.

Tackle rugged singletrack in the northern Sierra Nevada at the Lost Sierra Endurance Race near Downieville on July 25, 2026. Choose 25K, 50K, or 100K for big climbs, scenic descents, and fully stocked aid stations.

Choose a 50K, 10 Miler, 10K or 5K at the Marlette Races around Spooner Lake, running scenic singletrack with sweeping Lake Tahoe and Marlette Lake views. Finishers get a medal, event shirt, post race food and photos.

Choose a 50K, 10 Miler, 10K or 5K at the Marlette Races around Spooner Lake, running scenic singletrack with sweeping Lake Tahoe and Marlette Lake views. Finishers get a medal, event shirt, post race food and photos.

Join the new Mammoth Bar Trail Runs on Sept 6, 2026 in Auburn CA with Half Marathon and 10K on single track and double track trails. Expect steep climbs, thrilling descents and sweeping views of the American River Canyon.

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..

Run around stunning Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe with a point to point 7 mile trail through granite steps and pine forests. Finish with a medal, event shirt, free race photo and shuttle back to the start for easy logistics.

Run among tall pines, aspens and creek crossings at the XTERRA Lake Tahoe 5K and 10K starting and finishing on the Village Green in Incline Village. Choose one or two laps for a scenic, spectator friendly trail challenge.

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.

Run rugged canyon trails along the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the American River at the Euchre Bar Massacre, a fatass style adventure with 25 and 50 mile options and massive elevation gain. Informal and self supported, it rewards grit an..

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.

Celebrate the 25th Rio Del Lago with a rugged 100 mile loop around Folsom Lake or a spirited 50K on scenic single track and river trails. Expect big climbs, iconic views and well stocked aid stations.