Trail Running calendar near Goleta 2026-2027

Two trail races at Elings Park in Santa Barbara on July 4, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 2K kids run that adults may enter; registration fees are $40 and $20 respectively.

Trail race in Tarzana, Los Angeles with a half marathon, a new two person half marathon relay, a 10K and a 5K on Dirt Mulholland fire road. The course is exposed with rolling terrain and likely hot, dry summer conditions.

Tough Mugu is a coastal mountain trail running event at Point Mugu State Park on July 18, 2026 offering a 25k and shorter course options. The event includes chip timed results, a finisher medal and race tee, and a cash prize for the 25k pod..

Trail races at Malibu Creek State Park on August 15, 2026 feature a 50k and 25k through the Santa Monica Mountains with steep climbs, ocean views, multiple fully stocked aid stations, and an announced prize purse plus finisher medals.

Two day 5K mud run in Moorpark, CA on August 15 and 16, 2026. The course includes 15 major obstacles, deep mud pits and rolling hills, with rinse stations and a Basecamp area featuring food trucks and music.

Community races at Thousand Hills Ranch include a 5K, 10K and Kids Mile on mixed dirt and paved ranch roads. The event benefits Central Coast Athletics Foundation and 17 Strong and features a victory lap, festival, awards, and team competit..

A Topanga trail event featuring a rugged 10k with about 1,360 ft of climb and a non-timed 4.5 mile Hiker's Delight. The courses run mostly on fireroads with a section of singletrack and include aid stations, food, and post-race amenities.

Trail races of 50K, 30K and 15K run through Rocky Peak, Las Lljas and Tapo Canyon in Simi Valley. Courses feature sandstone outcroppings, oak savannah and coastal views with aid stations on the 50K route.

A trail event at Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 26, 2026 offering 10 km and 20 km distances. Non-base participants must show a REAL ID for base entry and all finishers receive a medal and a drink ticket.

Back On The Ranch Trail Run in Los Olivos CA runs October 2 to 4, 2026 and offers timed trail formats from three hours to 48 hours. The event is organized by AllWeDoIsRun, a promoter of California Central Coast trail events.

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Valencia will take place in Santa Clarita on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 miles.

Haunted Heroes in Valencia on October 4, 2026 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on looped trails with aid stations each loop; registration includes a finisher medal and free photos.

No Name Trail Races in Agoura, CA on October 24, 2026 features a 50K, half marathon and 5K on varied trail terrain in Cheeseboro National Park with aid stations, finisher medals, post race food and awards.

A multi-distance trail event on the Gaviota Coast near Santa Barbara, California, featuring routes to Gaviota Peak and ridge views. Distances range from 12 kilometers to 100 mile with substantial elevation gain and on-course aid.

A rugged half marathon on Santa Cruz Island featuring oak canyons, five creek crossings, steep climbs and exposed ridge running. Organized by Ventura County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, proceeds benefit SAR charities and entry includes boat..

A multi-distance Spartan weekend at Santa Margarita Ranch with trail courses through vineyards and forest. Events range from a 5 km Sprint to a 50 km Ultra, plus a kids race, obstacle workshop, and spectator access.

Central California Spartan Trifecta Weekend at Santa Margarita Ranch on Nov 7 to 8 2026 offers obstacle races from a 5 km Sprint to a 50 km Ultra set among vineyards and the Los Padres National Forest. Spectator access and an obstacle works..

The Rock Cobbler Trail Run 2.0 at Rio Bravo Ranch in Bakersfield on November 7, 2026 offers three off road routes from about 6 to 26 miles with stocked aid stations, official timing, camping, weekend food, and mandatory trail gear.

Rancho Ramble Trail Run at Santa Margarita Ranch offers 10K, half marathon and 50K races over soft, hilly trails with changing terrain. The event is part of a Spartan OCR festival weekend and features Central Coast scenery.