Trail Running calendar near Goleta 2026-2027

We have found 30 Trailruns within 80 miles of Goleta. See below where and when you can find the races.

Tough Topanga on June 20 at Topanga State Park features 15k, 10k, a Junior 1k and an untimed Hiker's Delight on scenic singletrack and fire roads. Expect full aid, chip timing and a festive post race beer garden.

July 2026

Tackle scenic 10k or 25k trails at Point Mugu State Park with Channel Islands and Boney Mountain views, chip timing, finisher medal and tee. Enjoy a post race festival with breakfast tacos and a beer garden.

August 2026

Tackle scenic single track and fire roads in Malibu Creek State Park, with steep climbs, ocean views and canyon heat. Distances from 25k to 75k, prizes and age group awards, plus post race food, free photos, beer and sports massage.

September 2026

Run a scenic mixed terrain 5K, 10K or Kids Mile over rolling hills at Thousand Hills Ranch in Pismo Beach. Stay for a family friendly festival with live music, local vendors, and fundraising for CCAF and 17 Strong.

October 2026

Run scenic singletrack in Cheeseboro within the Santa Monica Mountains near Agoura, with ultramarathon, half marathon and 5k options across runnable climbs and flowing descents. Finish with a medal, hot drinks, tacos and a beer garden.

November 2026

The Rancho Ramble Trail Run will take place in Santa Margarita on Sunday 1 November 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 kilometers.

Join the Third Annual SCTC 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving in Santa Clarita Central Park, a scenic hilly 5K with a 1K kids run. Support Santa Clarita Track Club as runners of all ages race for a great cause.

December 2026

Island View Endurance Run returns to Goleta, California on December 4 and 5, 2026, with distances from 12K to 100 miles. Enjoy scenic coastal trails and multi day endurance challenges; registration opens April 1, 2026.

January 2027

Tackle the iconic Backbone Trail Ultra in the Santa Monica Mountains: a rugged 68 mile route with about 13,600 feet of climbing and a scenic finish on the Ray Miller Trail. Solo runners with 50 mile experience or teams of 2 to 4 can enter;..