Trail Running calendar near Lafayette 2026-2027

A 12.4 mile loop up to the Mount Diablo summit and back with about 4,000 feet of climbing and descending. The race starts and finishes at Mitchell Canyon and includes shuttle service, a post race raffle and a finisher item.

Trail races around the San Pablo and Briones Reservoirs in the East Bay offering 35K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on single track and fire roads. Aid stations, limited field size, parking at the visitors center, and volunteer support.

Three cross-country races on October 11, 2026 at Miwok Meadows, China Camp State Park in San Rafael, CA, on a roughly 4.20 mile mostly single track course with a short paved section.

Multi distance trail running at Lake Sonoma offering 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon and 4 person relays with singletrack, aid stations, drop bags and on site camping.

Trail races on Mount Diablo near Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offering 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K with possible mud and creek crossings.

A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.

Trail races at Almaden Quicksilver County Park include a half marathon, 10K and a kids one mile fun run with course aid stations and volunteer support.

A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.

Coastal Half Moon Bay race day with half marathon, 10K, 5K, kids and virtual options supporting Senior Coastsiders.

A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.

Trail marathon, half, 10K and 5K at Bothe Napa Valley State Park on October 24, 2026, limited to 300 participants on marked single track routes.

Oakland Hills Trail Run features 10K, half marathon and 35K courses through Redwood Regional Park with technical trails, marked routes, aid stations and chip timing. The event is cupless and limited to 330 runners.

A women focused trail half marathon in the Marin Headlands covering 13.6 miles with 2,156 feet of climbing, coastal ridgelines and views of the Pacific and Golden Gate Bridge. The event offers training plans, shuttles, childcare grants and..

A cross-country meet at Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline on October 24, 2026 with three 4.1 mi races over grass, dirt, and path terrain.

An October fundraiser offering a global virtual challenge plus an in-person event at San Francisco’s Ferry Building. Multiple distances from 5K to 50K are available; some courses are unmarked and maps are provided. Proceeds support the Brea..

Celebrate Halloween with a trail race through San Jose Hellyer County Park. Choose from distances including 5K 10K Half Marathon and Marathon with costume prizes and certified courses.

Trail races in Almaden Quicksilver Park from 5K to 50K over hilly dirt roads and single-track, with two staffed aid stations, drop-bag service for longer distances, and a finisher medal for all participants.

Support student programs and the Oakland Tech Cross Country team at Joaquin Miller Park. Choose between a five kilometer trail race or a one mile fun run through the redwood trees.

Trail runs at Huddart Park on November 7, 2026 with 3, 6, 9 mile and half marathon options, a 6 Hour loop challenge, kids dash and virtual race.

Experience a scenic trail run around the Lake Chabot reservoir and hills. With distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon there is an option for everyone at this Castro Valley event.