Trail Running calendar near Laguna Beach 2026-2027

A Better World Running presents Rockin' Summer at Whittier Narrows on July 19, 2026 with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options on marked park loops, featuring aid station support, finisher medals, photos, live results, and on-site registra..

An endurance event at Montgomery Waller Park in San Diego on July 24, 2026, held on a 1.22 mile loop of trail, grass and bike path. Timed events run from six hours to 24 hours, plus a social run and a half marathon option.

Night trail event on July 25, 2026 with a 4.6 mile loop, distances from 9 mile to 50K, mandatory headlamp and aid stations each loop.

Aztlan XC Classic is a 5K event in Elysian Park, Los Angeles on July 25, 2026, with youth and adult race categories and differing registration options. Proceeds support the Aztlan Athletics Foundation's camps and scholarships.

A free, social, non-competitive trail group run on July 25, 2026 in Newport Coast, CA. The route is about 6.5 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of gain on hilly, rocky trails; participants should have trail experience and bring hydration.

An evening trail event in Pasadena's Lower Arroyo Park offering 6K and 12K routes with chip timing and aid stations. The finish includes tacos and drinks and runners receive a commemorative shirt and wooden medal.

Trail and road races at Green Valley Lake offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with mixed paved and dirt terrain, aid stations about every 1.5 miles, chip timing and post-race activities at the Community Garden.

A 5K run or walk with a 282 step climb at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City that benefits the Aztlan Athletics Foundation. Registration runs from 10/10/2025 to 12/31/2025 with a $45 fee.

Experience trail running in Orange County with several race distances ranging from a 5k to a 6 hour timed challenge. Navigate a scenic 3.3 mile looped course with multiple early bib pickup options available.

A two-mile beach run in Hermosa Beach, California on August 1, 2026, organized by the Mira Costa Track and Cross Country teams. Registration runs April 17 to August 1 and the $30 fee supports the team.

Experience a mountain run at 4,720 feet elevation through the pine forests surrounding Lake Gregory. This longstanding community event offers 5K and 10K courses on semi paved paths for runners and walkers of all levels.

A trail race in Malibu Creek State Park offering a **50k** with 5,511 ft climbing and a **25k** with 2,783 ft, stocked aid stations, a $3,500 50k prize purse, and series points toward the Bulldog Challenge.

## Conquer the Wall is an annual uphill running event at Snow Summit near Big Bear Lake. The one mile course rises about 1000 feet from a 7000 foot start and supports Big Bear High School cross country.

The 21st Annual Martha Walker Wild Duck is a 5 km cross country race at Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside, California. It is the opening race of the 2026 Dirt Dogs XC Series and includes a race flyer and course maps.

A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.

A free, untimed 3 mile trail run for the local trail community with a grab bag of vintage ERS swag, limited to 250 participants and held near the San Dieguito Lagoon on August 26, 2026.

A night trail run on private ranch trails in Alpine, California, under reflective course markers. Multiple loop distances are offered, headlamps are required, camping is available and aid stations will be illuminated.

Dirt Circus Los Angeles is a one day community running festival on August 29, 2026 that pairs a four mile group trail run with an expo of brands, race directors, vendors, food, and a raffle.

A memorial stair-climb in San Diego to honor the 403 emergency responders lost on September 11, 2001, raising funds for FirefighterAid with a 2026 goal of $120,000.

A community running event at John Glenn High School in Norwalk on September 5, 2026, supporting Cerritos High School and honoring local history. Features a 3 mile in person and virtual option, a youth sprint and a high school invitational.