Trail Running calendar near Gold Creek 2025-2026

The Wild Turkey is a Thanksgiving morning trail race in Granite Bay, California, held at the Beals Point area along Folsom Lake (9704 Auburn Folsom Rd). It offers 5k and 10k trail courses and a free 1-kilometer kids run. The event emphasizes family fun and community support, benefiting Folsom’s Hope..

Quad Dipsea is an ultramarathon held in Mill Valley, California, starting at Old Mill Park. The event features four grueling laps along the Dipsea Trail to Stinson Beach and back, totaling roughly 28 miles with about 9,000 feet of elevation gain. Runners confront famous climbs and rugged terrain, in..

Quarry Turkey 2025 takes place at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont, California, on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The event offers a fast, mostly-flat course on Quarry Lakes trails with options for a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, plus a free Little Turkeys Run for children (about 100..

The Krampus Cross Country is a festive running event held in San Francisco, California, featuring live and virtual options. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5K, 10K, or the challenging Naughty Nine Miler. The live races start at the Ecology Trail Head at the end of Barnard Avenue, wit..

Peacock Gap Trail Run, part of Inside Trail Racing, takes place at China Camp State Park in San Rafael, CA. The event offers three distances: 10K, Half Marathon, and 30K. Runners traverse twisting single-track through forested sections and open trails along the San Pablo Bay side, with sweeping view..

ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Fremont, CA at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area (Ensenada Pavilion). The event includes multiple distance options: 5K 10K Half Marathon 30K Marathon 5K (12 yo & under) 5K (13 - 17 yo) 10K (12 yo & under) 10K (13 -..

Folsom Lake Point to Point Trail Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in El Dorado Hills, California, along the south shore of Folsom Lake. The course is predominantly single-track (about 95%) with some dirt-road sections, featuring rolling hills, technical segments, and scenic views of Fols..

Doomsday is a two-distance endurance event in Cool, California, offering a 50K and a Half Marathon on a beautifully scenic, backcountry-style course. The 50K features about 5,100 feet of elevation change with a 9.5-hour cutoff, while the Half Marathon covers roughly 1,250 feet of gain/loss and a 5-h..

2025 Hark the Herald Half Marathon & 10K, the 37th annual edition, takes place at Angel Island State Park, Belvedere Tiburon, California. The Half Marathon is two loops on a hilly trail; the 10K is a single loop. The event is limited to 400 participants, creating an intimate atmosphere with panorami..

Placerville's Holiday Jingle & Mingle Run takes place on the scenic El Dorado Trail in historic Placerville, California. This festive event offers multiple race distances including a half marathon, 15K, 10K, 5K, mile, and a kids run, accommodating runners of all ages and abilities. The course featur..

Brazen Racing’s Almost New Year’s Eve is a trail-running event at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. Runners may choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, with hikers and walkers welcome. The race navigates Lake Chabot’s scenic trails, delivering a festive, outdoor atmosphere as participants c..

The Auburn Resolution Run is a trail running event held at Overlook Park in Auburn, California. Scheduled for January 1, 2026, it offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, 10 miles, and a virtual run option for any distance. This event provides a refreshing and adventurous way to start the N..

Brazen New Year's Day 2026 takes place at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. Runners can choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K on Lake Chabot’s scenic trails. The course loops around the lake and is described as scenic and invigorating, offering a family-friendly atmosphere as participants..

Inside Trail's No Hands Trail Run is held at American River Overlook Park in Auburn, CA. The event offers 8K, Heavy Half, 35K, and 50K distances. Runners traverse dirt trails on the historic Western States route, out to No Hands Bridge, then tackle steep climbs such as the K2 training hill and the O..

The IPA Beer Trail Runs, held at Granite Beach in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, offer two scenic trail race options: a 5K and a 12K along well-marked single-track paths with beautiful lake views. The event combines challenge and fun, culminating in a festive atmosphere where runners over 21 can..

Hope in Every Step 5K takes place on January 10, 2026 in Modesto, California. The event is a 5K run/walk on a 3.1-mile course using the trails at East La Loma Park, located at 2001 Edgebrook Drive, Modesto, CA 95355. Proceeds and donations from the event will benefit the Sutter Pediatrics Departmen..

Folsom Lake Sweetwater Trail Run takes place at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, Salmon Falls Parking Lot in El Dorado Hills, California. The event offers eight distances: Kids Run, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 9 Mile, Half Marathon, 30K, Trail Marathon, and 50K. The course is 95% single-track with 5% dirt ro..

The Gumby 10K and 5K are trail running events held at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. The races feature scenic courses along the shores of Folsom Lake, with well-marked trails and enthusiastic volunteers providing support. Aid stations are strategically placed throughout the course..

Brazen Racing's Coyote Hills event takes place at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont, California. The weekend offers three distances: a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, with walkers welcome and a Half Marathon Hiker Division for those taking longer than four hours. The course features a mix of paved,..

The Escape from Folsom is a trail running event held at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. It offers two race distances: a 10-mile run and a 5K (3.1 miles), both featuring scenic trails adorned with wildflowers. The course includes multiple aid stations providing water, electrolyte be..