Trail Running calendar near Folsom 2026-2027

A point-to-point trail race around Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe, covering about 7 miles / 11 km on mostly single-track terrain with moderate climbs, technical granite steps, scenic lake views, shuttle service, and standard race amenities.

Experience a scenic trail run through tall pines and aspens in Incline Village. Participants can choose between one or two laps on a course featuring creek crossings and a festive grass field finish.

A looped endurance event in Auburn, California from September 18–21, 2026 offering timed runs from 6 to 72 hours, a 100 mile race, glow run, and relay options on a one mile loop with full aid support.

Trail runs at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake with new 10 mile and 5K courses, aid stations, age group awards, a finisher beer glass and a postrace meal.

Rocky Ridge is a trail running event at Las Trampas Wilderness in San Ramon, California on September 19, 2026. It features a half marathon plus 10K and 5K courses with uphill trail sections and scenic vistas.

An ultramarathon and hike at Skyline Wilderness Park featuring a 3.3 mile loop with 550 plus feet of climbing and flexible 1 to 10 loop options. On-site awards, a raffle and a silent wine auction support the Pheo Para Alliance.

The Great Trail Race is a point to point event between Truckee and Tahoe City, California, on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Participants may choose gravel bike, mountain bike, or trail run and select either an Elite or Classic course.

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 student-run trail event on September 27, 2026 at George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. It features a 5K trail and an 800 meter kids' fun run, with natural trail features, student-designed shirts sold separately, and no pets..

Three days of trail running around Zephyr Point on the Tahoe Rim Trail, Flume Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Each day offers long and short route options and the event includes lodging and catered meals.

A self guided 50K point to point course from South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley near Nevada City, CA, run any time from October 1 to 31, 2026. Runners complete the course in one continuous effort and submit an activity link within one wee..

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.

Kokanee Trail Runs in South Lake Tahoe on October 4, 2026 offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a noncompetitive half mile for children, scenic views of Lake Tahoe, aid stations with Tailwind, and proceeds benefiting local charities.

Trail races in Auburn, CA along the American River Canyon with 50K, half marathon, and 5-mile options, post-race cider and a commemorative glass, plus age group awards and a charity matching program.

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.

A 12.4 mile loop from Mitchell Canyon to the Mount Diablo summit and back, featuring about 4,000 feet of climbing and descending. The entry fee includes shuttle service, a raffle entry, and a finisher item.

A trail event around San Pablo and Briones Reservoirs offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and 35K on single track and fire roads. Aid stations, race shirts, and a 300 runner capacity are part of the event.

A rugged fatass trail event near Foresthill, CA offering 25 mile and 50 mile options with extensive off trail sections, large climbs, limited to 50 entrants, free to enter.

Trail races in Nevada City on October 11 2026 include a new half marathon plus 10K and 5K options. Courses mix pavement gravel and single track with aid stations and historical points along the way.

Insomnia is a night trail race in the Sierra Nevada foothills offering 35K, 14K and 5K options. Courses are marked with reflective ribbons and headlamps are required; the 35K has a 5 hour 30 minute overall cutoff.