Trail Running calendar near Jamestown 2026-2027

A trail race in Auburn CA on July 26 2026 offering 10.5 and 5.9 mile courses through single track, canal sections and dirt roads with views of the American River Canyon. Organized by Fleet Feet Sacramento Trail Challenge.

A high Sierra trail event at Horse Canyon Trail Junction offering 5.6M, 10.5M, 21M and 50K options across alpine loops. The course sits near 7,400 feet with two aid stations, limited field size, and variable mountain weather.

Operation YOSEMITE 2026 is an in-person trail event in Mono County, California on August 8, 2026, offering four distances from 6 to 22 miles with a 20 lb dry load and specified elevation gains.

A 50th annual running event in Pinecrest, California featuring a five mile route around Pinecrest Lake and a one mile pavement race. The event raises funds for Pinecrest Expedition Academy and pets are not allowed.

Experience the beauty of Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area with trail distances ranging from a 5K to a 50K ultra marathon through scenic pine forests and rolling single track.

A largely off-trail peak-bagging event in Desolation Wilderness near South Lake Tahoe, offering 11-, 17- and 21-peak options on an unmarked route that requires navigation and mountaineering skills.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

NorCal Spartan Event Weekend at Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove, CA on Aug 29 to 30 2026 offers Sprint, Super and kids obstacle races across rolling trails and river crossings. Team entries and service member discounts are available.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

A point-to-point trail run around Emerald Bay of about 7 miles (approximately 11 to 12 km). The single-track course includes granite steps and moderate climbs and finishes at Lester Beach with shuttle service back to the start.

A chip-timed one-mile uphill trail race to the top of Pincushion Mountain in Friant, CA, with awards and finisher items. A Mountain Goat edition allows multiple timed ascents within a four-hour window and includes special awards.

The Yosemite Trail Races will take place in Bass Lake on Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run between 13 and 50 miles.

Mile Madness is a looped trail endurance event in Auburn, California, held September 18-21, 2026. Timed events run from 3 to 72 hours with a 0.75 mile loop and options including a 100 mile race plus on-site aid and amenities.

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.

Black Oak Challenge in Tuolumne on September 19, 2026 features a 5K with on-course physical and mental challenges and a 1K family run with water obstacles. Finisher medals are awarded to 5K finishers.

A half marathon at Twin Lakes near Bridgeport, CA on September 26, 2026. The point to point course follows the lake with downhill and ridge climbs between about 7,100 ft and 6,600 ft, and includes shuttles and aid stations.

Trail running event in Auburn, CA on September 27, 2026 offering half marathon, 12K and 5K distances with start and finish at Overlook Park and much of the half on the Western States Trail.

A student-run trail event on September 27, 2026 at George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. It features a 5K trail and an 800 meter kids' fun run, with natural trail features, student-designed shirts sold separately, and no pets..

The Lake Tahoe Trail Festival will take place in Zephyr Cove on Monday 28 September 2026. You can run between 15 and 100 kilometers.

Kokanee Trail Runs on October 4, 2026 in South Lake Tahoe features a 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K and a half mile Tadpole Trot with scenic lake and mountain courses, aid stations, sustainable event shirts, and local charity support.