Trail Running calendar near Laguna Beach 2025-2026

Race the 10K Spartan Trail at Big Bear on May 17, 2026, across technical singletrack in high altitude pine forest with sweeping Southern Sierra views. The weekend includes Spartan obstacle races and a GOVX service member discount.

Nanny Goat is a Memorial Day weekend multi distance ultrarun at a Riverside horse ranch where you run timed laps on a flat 1 mile loop. Camping, family friendly amenities and medals for every runner who completes at least one lap.

Return to Hahamongna Watershed Park on May 24, 2026 for a day of team relays and solo challenges. Choose a 50 km relay with teams of up to five, a solo 50 km ultra, or a 10 km fun run amid scenic Pasadena trails.

Run Forever Brave at West Creek Park in Valencia on May 24, with 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on scenic out and back loops. Aid stations every loop, finisher medals, free photos and post race snacks make for a fun, community day.

Run scenic mountain trails in the Angeles National Forest near Palmdale with 50k and half marathon options. Expect technical singletrack, big elevation and full race services including finisher medals, aid stations and finish line tacos.

Discover the Malibu Canyon Trail Races on June 6, 2026 at Point Mugu State Park in Malibu, CA, where single track and fire road routes wind across coastal ridges and canyons. Distances range from a half marathon to 100K with athlete guides..

Tackle 50 miles of single track on the Pacific Crest Trail through Cleveland National Forest, featuring rocky terrain and 7,500 feet of climbing. The 44th PCT 50 on June 6, 2026 rewards grit with big views and full aid stations.

Run Fullerton's inaugural 5K on dirt trails through Brea Dam and along the tennis center and golf course. Afterward enjoy a Health and Wellness Fair with local vendors, fitness demos and food trucks.

Take on the scenic Griffith Park trails with a team marathon relay or an individual 8K in Los Angeles on June 7, 2026. Enjoy live DJs, food trucks and a finisher shirt and medal at this Runner's World recommended event.

Run the scenic trails of Griffith Park at Phoenix Rising on June 13, 2026, with 5k to half marathon options for every pace. Enjoy marked dirt trail routes, finisher medals, free photos and post race snacks in a lively community atmosphere.

Run the scenic Old Zoo Half Marathon in Griffith Park, Los Angeles on June 14, 2026, with half marathon and 12K options on mostly flat trail courses. Enjoy a commemorative elephant finisher medal, music and postrace refreshments.

Tackle scenic, technical single track on Black Mountain in San Diego at the Black Mountain Trail Races on June 20, 2026, with 50K, 25K, and half marathon options. Expect rugged chaparral terrain, big views, and supportive aid stations.

Tough Topanga is a scenic trail run at Topanga State Park offering 10k, 15k and a kids 1k. Finishers get a local medal and tee, post race tacos and a beer garden plus cash prizes with proceeds benefiting LA Fire Station 69.

Take on the Mt. Baldy 5000, a scenic, mostly uphill mountain 5K at Mt Baldy Resort that tests your legs and rewards you with great views. Celebrate at the Top of the Notch with BBQ, live music and a relaxing chairlift ride back.

Harding Hustle is a scenic but rugged trail run in Cleveland National Forest near Modjeska Canyon offering 50K, 30K and 15K on jeep roads with big climbs. Aid stations, chip timing and post race food make it a summer must.

Tough Mugu is a scenic trail run in Point Mugu State Park, Malibu with 25k and 10k courses featuring coastal ridges, single track and Channel Islands views. Expect chip timing, finisher medals, race shirts and cash prizes.

Run Hot to Trot at Griffith Park on Saturday July 18 2026, with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options on scenic shared dirt trails around Crystal Springs. Enjoy aid stations, custom finisher medals, free photos and post race snacks in a fr..

Run under a full moon on the scenic Elder Creek Night Runs near Anza, California, with a 4.6 mile loop through manzanita, rock formations and Cahuilla Mountain views. Limited to 200 runners, multiple loop distances from 9 miles to 50K.

Join the SoCal Summer evening 6K or 12K at Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena on July 31 2026 and celebrate after with tacos and drinks. Scenic park routes and friendly vibes make this a perfect summer night run.

Run a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon around scenic Green Valley Lake, tackling a lake loop and a challenging climb to forest viewpoints on mixed paved and dirt roads. Enjoy post race festivities while supporting The Children’s Forest.