Trail Running calendar near Inyokern 2026-2027

A series of all-comers cross-country meets in Palmdale running July 9 through August 6, featuring a coed relay and four weekly Thursday races. Main events include a 3 miles open race and a 1 kilometer kids run.

A 135 mile invitational ultramarathon from Badwater Basin in Death Valley to Whitney Portal near Mt. Whitney. Runners cover desert and mountain terrain with a 45 hour limit and must be supported by a single vehicle crew.

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.

Multiple runs and a walk in Springville, CA on October 17, 2026, with distances from a half mile kids run to a 10K trail held mostly on dirt roads and single track trails as part of the Apple Festival.

Scenic Half Marathon and 10K through the Alabama Hills with chip timing, finisher mug and shirt. The race supports the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and includes aid stations, podium prizes and a free museum admission for participants.

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.

A marathon and a half marathon on a single dirt road through Titus Canyon in Death Valley National Park, limited to 200 runners, with multiple aid stations, portable toilets, and a six hour course cut off.

A December 5, 2026 running event in Ridgecrest, CA featuring 50K and 30K loop ultras plus a 10K. Courses run on desert dirt roads with multiple aid stations and handmade finisher medals.

A pack burro trail race in Ridgecrest, CA on April 10, 2027 offering four distances from 5 to 26.2 miles. Teams may run with a burro or as runners only, and proceeds support California Breakfast Burritos and Forever Home Donkey Rescue and S..

Leona Divide takes place April 17, 2027 in Lake Hughes, CA, offering multiple trail distances including 100 mile and 100k races that serve as Western States qualifiers. Athlete guides are available and optional bib pickup is set for April 1..

A high country trail event in the Angeles National Forest offering a 50k and a 13.1 mile half marathon, substantial elevation, multiple aid stations, finish festival amenities and a $500 course record bonus for the 50k.

An 8 mile uphill race climbing 4,600 ft from Keeler to the historic Cerro Gordo town, finishing with a mountaintop barbecue, music, and shuttles back down. Spectator passes include the shuttle ride and food.