Trail Running calendar near Felton 2026-2027

Run by the Sea at Wilder Ranch State Park on October 4, 2026 offers a Half Marathon, 12K and 4K run/walk along mostly flat packed dirt trails with coastal bluff and Monterey Bay views. Organized by the Santa Cruz Track Club; proceeds benefi..

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

A trail race at Almaden Quicksilver County Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Courses are out-and-back, marked with colored ribbons, include aid stations and toilets, and the longer races reach Bald Mountain and Mt. Umunhum.

A 12.4 mile loop from Mitchell Canyon to Mount Diablo summit with about 4,000 feet of ascent and descent. Entry includes shuttle service, a post race raffle entry, a finisher item, and a five hour cutoff.

Trail races around San Pablo and Briones Reservoirs on October 10, 2026, with 5K, 10K, half marathon and 35K options. The course features single-track and fire roads, aid stations with varied supplies, and awards for finishers.

Trail races in Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offer 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on dirt trails through Castle Rock Park into Mount Diablo State Park. Courses are marked and GPX files plus staffed aid stations are provided.

Oakland Hills Trail Run features 10K, half marathon and 35K courses through Redwood Regional Park with technical trails, marked routes, aid stations and chip timing. The event is cupless and limited to 330 runners.

Celebrate Halloween with a trail race through San Jose Hellyer County Park. Choose from distances including 5K 10K Half Marathon and Marathon with costume prizes and certified courses.

Trail races in Almaden Quicksilver Park from 5K to 50K over hilly dirt roads and single-track, with two staffed aid stations, drop-bag service for longer distances, and a finisher medal for all participants.

Support student programs and the Oakland Tech Cross Country team at Joaquin Miller Park. Choose between a five kilometer trail race or a one mile fun run through the redwood trees.

Trail races at Huddart Park with multiple distances, a 6 Hour loop option, cupless aid stations, volunteer credits, customizable swag choices, and a post-race pancake breakfast.

Experience a scenic trail run around the Lake Chabot reservoir and hills. With distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon there is an option for everyone at this Castro Valley event.

Trail races run from Stinson Beach to Mt. Tam on November 7, 2026, with distances from 10K to a 50K that has an 8.5 hour time limit. Awards, finisher medals, aid stations, and post-race food are provided.

A November trail event at Rancho Cañada del Oro offering distances from 5K to 50K, with steep climbs, single track and two main aid stations. Runners should carry water and be aware of exposed terrain and rattlesnakes.

Experience a flat and fast trail race through the scenic Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont. Choose from a USATF certified half marathon, 10K, or 5K while enjoying views along the Alameda Creek Trail.

Navigate the redwood forests and meadows of Santa Cruz in this 2 or 4 hour map based adventure scramble. Explore the wilds in teams of up to five while hunting for 20 unique checkpoints.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Hellyer County Park with a trail race along Coyote Creek. Choose from a USATF certified half marathon, 10K, or 5K while competing for a chance to win a turkey.

A 28.4 mile trail race in Mill Valley with about 9,000 feet of climbing on the Dipsea Trail. The course is an out and back to Stinson Beach that is then repeated to complete the Quad.

Quarry Turkey in Fremont on November 28, 2026 offers a mostly flat half marathon plus 10K, 5K and a short Little Turkeys run for children. The event includes a food drive for Alameda County Food Bank and a virtual entry option.

A seasonal cross country event in San Francisco on 12/6/2026 with live and virtual options. Distances include a 5K, 10K, and a nine mile course; all entrants receive race swag and there is a pre race bib and shirt pickup with Brewfest.