Trail Running calendar near Gardner Mountain 2026-2027

A USATF sanctioned trail 5k at Hidden Valley Regional Park in Reno on September 5, 2026. Proceeds benefit Azteca FC and all participants receive a shirt, finisher medal, and sticker.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

A point-to-point trail run around Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe of roughly 7 to 7.5 miles (11 to 12 km). The mostly single-track course has moderate climbs, granite steps, scenic lake views, parking options, and a shuttle back to the start.

A just over 10 mile out and back trail climb to the 10,776' Mt. Rose summit raising funds for Washoe County Search and Rescue. Single-track mountain trail, two water-only aid stations, volunteer stopwatch timing, USATF sanctioned.

Trail 5K and 10K in Incline Village starting and finishing at the Village Green, looping through tall pines, aspen groves and creek crossings; 5K is one lap, 10K is two. The race is not scheduled for 2025.

A five hour rogaine in Reno on September 13, 2026, over desert trails with creative navigation and unique checkpoints. Restrooms and water are on site; participants should bring hydration, nutrition, gaiters and trekking poles.

Mile Madness is a looped trail endurance event in Auburn, California, held September 18-21, 2026. Timed events run from 3 to 72 hours with a 0.75 mile loop and options including a 100 mile race plus on-site aid and amenities.

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.

Trail runs at Long Ranch Park in Carson City on September 19, 2026, with 6K, 12K and 22K options. Aid stations offer water and snacks but runners must bring a bottle; there are no division awards.

A trail event at James Lee Memorial Park in Carson City offering a 10k, a 5k and a free family 2k; 5k and 10k registration includes a one-year CVTA membership and tech shirts for finishers.

A point to point *Half Marathon* near Bridgeport, CA on September 26, 2026, starting at Twin Lakes and finishing lower in elevation with rolling hills. Three aid stations, shuttles are provided and proceeds support Bridgeport Elementary Sch..

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..

A three day all inclusive trail running festival at Zephyr Point, Nevada, on Tahoe area trails including the Tahoe Rim Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Each day has long and short route options and packages include lodging, meals and recovery..

Yuba Gold is a self guided 50K point to point in Nevada City, CA that runners may complete any day during October 2026. The original South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley course is run continuously and results are self reported.

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 lake and mountain courses, sustainable event shirts, and local charity support.

A multi day ultrarun at Sparks Marina in Nevada on October 9 to 11, 2026 offering timed events and 50 and 100 mile distances on a paved, lighted loop with round the clock aid station support.

Trail races in Auburn, California along the American River Canyon rim with live music and free cider. Distances include a 50K, a half marathon and a 5 mile course with aid stations on the longer routes.