Trail Running calendar near Gardner Mountain 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 10km loop through the Auburn State Recreation Area featuring rolling hills and oak forests. This trail run offers a mix of creek crossings and canyon climbs overlooking the American River.

Experience a 10km trail run on the scenic Olmsted Loop Trail within the Auburn State Recreation Area. This event offers a classic trail race through the beautiful landscape of Cool California.

An annual trail race on the north shore of Lake Natoma in Fair Oaks offering 5K and 10K courses through wetlands, oak bluffs, and historic gold-dredge terrain, with proceeds supporting a local scholarship.

Trail runs on Lake Natoma’s north shore in Fair Oaks CA with 5K and 10K courses plus a kids run for under 10s. Hosted by the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District with proceeds supporting a local scholarship.

Experience an incredible journey around the largest alpine lake in North America. This 200 mile ultramarathon traverses single track trails and ridge lines through the spectacular Desolation Wilderness.

Experience the scenic trails of Northern California with distances ranging from a 5K to 100K. Run through historic trails and varied terrain using a well-marked loop system with full aid station support.

A 100-mile endurance run near Cool, California composed of two marked loops repeated to reach 100 miles, with about 13,600 feet of elevation gain and live tracking. Finishers within 37 hours receive a Comstock Heritage silver buckle, shirt,..

Experience a scenic run through the historic 1960 Winter Olympics site at Palisades Tahoe. Choose between a half marathon, 8 miler, or 5K on flat paved trails following the beautiful Truckee River.

The Tahoe 100K is a high-altitude ultramarathon through the Sierra Nevada. Runners face over 11,000 feet of climbing on singletrack trails, reaching nearly 10,000 feet above sea level. This 100-kilometer journey passes by the scenic Star La..

A four day mountain running event at Palisades Tahoe featuring technical off trail terrain, ladders, hand lines and high alpine exposure. Distances range from a kids race to a 46K, plus multi day Triple Crown and Iron Crown options and a yo..

Test your endurance at the Sparks Marina in a last person standing competition. Run 4.167 mile loops every hour or choose from timed mini backyard options ranging from 3 to 24 hours.

The Western States Endurance Run is the world’s oldest 100 mile trail race, covering 100.2 miles from Olympic Valley to Auburn with more than 18,000 ft climbed and nearly 23,000 ft descended.

Experience an ultra trail run through the scenic forests between Lake Tahoe and Truckee. This 50 km loop features rocky summits and 4500 feet of elevation gain with full course support and post race festivities in Tahoe City.

A multi-distance trail endurance event on the Tahoe Rim Trail held July 18-19, 2026, offering 23K, 50K, 100K and 100 Mile options. The races are ITRA qualifiers with published time cutoffs and support local trail and community programs.

Trail races in the northern Sierra Nevada from Downieville, California offer 25K, 50K, and 100K courses through river canyons and alpine ridgelines. The event includes multiple aid stations, required gear for the 100K, and a shuttle option..

A point-to-point 12.5 mile mountain trail race on Donner Summit with four summits and about 3,300 feet of ascent. Entry includes shuttle transport, a raffle entry and a finisher item; registration runs March 25 to July 20, 2026.

Trail run in Auburn, CA on July 26, 2026 featuring two courses through single-track trails, canal sections and dirt roads in the American River Canyon. Includes race shirt, finisher medal and post-race beer for those 21 and older.

Experience a unique five loop trail marathon through the protected Royal Gorge land in Soda Springs. Run individually or join a relay team to enjoy expansive wilderness views and a vibrant central community aid station.

Experience a high altitude alpine adventure in the High Sierra of Northern California. Run through scenic wilderness loops near Lake Tahoe with distances ranging from 5.6 miles to a 50K ultramarathon.

Mountain Tiger South Lake Tahoe is a 12-mile point-to-point trail race on the Tahoe Rim Trail near Stateline, Nevada. With technical singletrack, fire roads, and big views of the lake, it offers a challenging mountain run. Registration incl..