Trail Running calendar near Gardner Mountain 2026-2027

Run the scenic Rubicon Trail in a point-to-point race around Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay. The 7-mile course features technical single-track with granite steps and stunning lake views. Your entry includes a shuttle, medal, and race photos.

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.

Experience a vibrant multi day endurance event in Auburn featuring a one mile looped course with distances ranging from six to 72 hours. Enjoy exceptional support with meals, music, and a chance to earn commemorative buckles.

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.

Explore the scenic trails of Carson Valley with 10k, 5k, and free 2k family options. Experience the newest single track loops at the base of the mountains while supporting local trail maintenance at James Lee Memorial Park.

A 5K out and back race near Lower Twin Lakes in Bridgeport, CA on September 26, 2026. The event raises funds for BES PTO and includes a sweat wicking Ridge Rambler tee.

Trail running event in Auburn, California offering half marathon, 12K and 5K courses that start and finish at Overlook Park. The half marathon follows the Western States Trail for more than half its distance.

Experience a scenic trail run through pine forests near Lake Tahoe at the Warrior Way 5K. Join students for a 5 km race or an 800 m kids fun run featuring natural obstacles and lake views.

Experience a three day all inclusive trail running festival in Zephyr Cove featuring the Tahoe Rim Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. This event includes lodging, meals, and daily shuttle service to various scenic mountain routes.

Experience the Signal Peak Trail Runs in Emigrant Gap California featuring 50K and 24 mile distances. Navigate through scenic terrain with 3300 feet of gain and enjoy a well stocked cupless course with a finish line meal.

Kokanee Trail Runs in South Lake Tahoe on October 4, 2026 offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a half mile children's trot along Fallen Leaf Lake with aid stations, sustainable event shirts, and local charity support.

Experience a variety of endurance challenges at this multi-day event in Sparks. Choose from fixed time or distance categories ranging from 3 hours to 100 miles on a flat and safe course that supports local veterans.

Trail races in Auburn, CA, on runnable single track through the American River Canyon, offering 50K, half marathon, and 5 mile options plus post-race cider and commemorative glass.

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.

Explore Nevada City's trails at the Champion Mine Trail Race. Choose between a scenic half marathon crossing a historic swinging bridge or a 5K run/walk. The event features aid stations, varied terrain, and finishes at the historic Miners F..

Trail races in Cool, California offering 5k, 10k and a trail half marathon. Proceeds support Black Oak Mines Unified School District youth programs and a scholarship fund for Camp Taylor.

Trail races in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park offer distances from a Kids Run to a half marathon on singletrack and paved sections, with marked courses, aid stations, a 4.5 hour time limit, and on site parking for a fee.

An out and back hill climb in Reno covering 9.4 miles with 3,018 ft of ascent, starting and finishing at Melton Elementary School. The course uses neighborhood trails, Chalk Canyon singletrack, a rocky ATV ascent to Peavine Peak, and a dirt..

Join the Vampire Run in Roseville for a timed 5K or a 1 mile walk to support the bleeding disorders community. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with costumes, carnival games, and medals for all runners.

The NorCal Backyard Ultra is a unique last-person-standing trail race at Folsom Lake. Runners face a 4.2-mile loop each hour, with the main event having no set finish and a "Mini" version capped at 12 hours. Every participant receives custo..