Trail Running calendar near La Honda 2025-2026

The Big Alta is a three day trail running festival in Marin County offering 28K, 50K and 100K routes that climb scenic ridgelines with sweeping San Francisco Bay views. Expect staffed aid, chip timing and lively post race vibes.

Run peaceful redwood trails in Oakland with distances from a kids 50 yard dash to 50K ultras, plus family friendly 5K and marathon options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, stocked aid stations and springtime forest views.

Run a scenic 10K trail at Lake Lagunitas with roots, bridges and about 400 feet of climbing while supporting Evidence Action's Safe Water Now program. Limited to 100 runners, rain or shine, so register early for this feel good challenge.

Run a scenic half marathon through redwood woods and open hills at Skyline Ridge near La Honda, with ocean and Bay views and runnable rolling climbs. Proceeds benefit The Hatuey Project, with the director matching entries for double impact.

Run the Western Pacific on March 28, 2026 at Quarry Lakes in Fremont with half marathon, 10K, 5K and a Remote option. Enjoy mostly flat scenic trail and creekside routes on dirt and gravel, organized by Brazen Racing.

Limited to 400 runners, the Golden Gate Headlands Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K invites trail lovers to Mill Valley, CA. Run single track trails and fire roads with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay and Pacific.

Run scenic singletrack on Mount Diablo with distances from 5K to 50K, including a longer than standard Brazen Ultra half marathon. Funds support Save Mount Diablo and postrace photos and results are provided.

Romancing the Island at Angel Island State Park offers a scenic half marathon or 10K loop with iconic Bay views. Limited to 400 runners, this intimate island race is ferry accessible and unforgettable.

Run around Lake Chabot's scenic reservoir and rolling hills on April 11, 2026, with distances from a kids dash to a 50K ultra. Pre registered runners get shirts, all finishers earn medals, and well stocked aid stations keep you moving.

Join Badger Cove at Del Valle Regional Park on April 18 for a scenic half, 10K, 5K or remote run around Lake Del Valle. All finishers get custom medals and shirts, chip timing, and proceeds support East Bay Regional Parks camperships.

Hit the trails April 18, 2026 at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in La Honda for the Horseshoe Lake Trail Run, with distances from 5 miles to 50K plus a free kids dash. Enjoy Pacific and Santa Cruz Mountain views, single track terrain, st..

Join the No Foolin' Foot Race in San Carlos on April 18, 2026 with 1K kids, 5K, 10K and a new 15K route across Big Canyon, Eaton and Pulgas Ridge. Festival vibes, tech shirts, pro timing and proceeds help local trails.

Join the 38th Mt Tam Wild Boar Half Marathon and 10K on April 25, 2026 at Mt Tamalpais State Park for a scenic ridge and trail run with sweeping views of Bolinas Lagoon and the Pacific. Entry is limited to 300 runners for an intimate race d..

Take on the Miwok 100K in the Marin Headlands near Stinson Beach, a scenic 62 mile trail with 11,000 feet of climbing. Limited to 400 runners, the well supported, low waste event offers relay and training options plus finisher swag.

Experience towering redwoods and coastal views at the 36th Stinson Beach Muir Woods Trail Run on May 9, 2026. Choose marathon, half, or 7 mile routes in an intimate field of 300 for a scenic, rugged adventure with T shirts and medals.

Run the scenic Berkeley hills from Lake Anza in Tilden Park with distances from 10K to a rugged 50K, plus a free kids dash. Register early for a tee, all finishers get a custom medal, and parking is free.

Join the Race for Open Space on May 9, 2026 in Carmel By The Sea, a scenic trail fundraiser supporting Big Sur Land Trust and access to Monterey County parks. Pick a distance from a fun mile to a rugged 35k plus and enjoy marked trails.

Tackle scenic hilly trails at the Quicksilver Endurance Runs on May 9 in Almaden Quicksilver Park. Choose 50K or Western States qualifying 100K, enjoy stocked aid stations and a post race BBQ while supporting youth and trail nonprofits.

Join the Wine Half Marathon in Napa Valley on May 9, 2026, a 13.1 mile route through vineyards from Rutherford to Yountville. Founded by four French American wine professionals, the race blends warm hospitality, surprises, and scenic trails..

Join Trailquake 2026 on May 10 at Sanborn Park in Saratoga for scenic trail runs along the San Andreas Trail through towering redwoods and pines. Half marathon, 10K, 5K and remote options welcome walkers, hikers and runners of all levels.