Trail Running calendar near Lake Hughes 2026-2027

A mountain 5k up Mt. Baldy Resort on July 11, 2026, with about 1,500 feet of gain and steep singletrack early on. Finishers reach the Top of the Notch for a BBQ, live music, and a technical trucker hat.

A mid July trail event on Mulholland ridgeline near Tarzana offering Half Marathon, relay, 10K, and 5K. Expect full sun, rolling climbs, scenic valley and ocean views, and an official shirt and finisher medal.

Into the Wild is a 5k trail run at Saddleback Wilderness on July 15, 2026, over fire roads and single track with 300 ft of elevation gain. Entry is limited to 150 runners and there is no race day registration.

Trail race in Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, CA, with 50K, 30K and 15K out-and-back routes on the Harding Truck Trail, substantial elevation gain, staffed aid stations, mandatory shuttle access and hot-weather conditions.

Tough Mugu is a Malibu trail running event at Point Mugu State Park offering 25k and 10k courses on the Ray Miller Trail, with marked routes, aid stations, chip timing, finisher medals, race shirts and a post race festival.

Hot to Trot at Griffith Park on July 18, 2026 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon distances on a marked out-and-back horse trail with on-course aid and finisher medals.

Multi-distance running at Whittier Narrows on July 19, 2026, with marked out-and-back loops, on-course aid, finisher medals, photos, and on-site parking.

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.

An evening road race at Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena on Friday, July 31, 2026 offering 6k and 12K distances with post-run tacos and drinks for local SoCal runners and friends.

A rugged trail event at Malibu Creek State Park offering a 50k (29.4 miles, 5,784 ft) and a 25k (14.87 miles, 2,947 ft), stocked aid stations, enforced cut-offs, and prize money including a $3,500 50k purse.

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, one-day community trail running festival in Los Angeles on August 29, 2026 with a group run in 5K and 10K options, an expo with vendors and race directors, food, and a raffle showcasing local running resources.

The 61st Mt Baldy Run to the Top on September 7, 2026 is a fundraising mountain trail race in the Angeles National Forest covering about 7 miles with 4,000 feet of ascent to the 10,064 foot summit, with proceeds aiding local services.

A Stadion 5 km obstacle race at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 12, 2026, featuring 20 obstacles, a kids race and spectator access inside the ballpark. Ticketed entries and race day services are listed for participants and visitors.

An evening trail event in Griffith Park featuring a 10 Mile Relay for teams, a 5K solo race, and a 1K kid run, plus live music, race photos, finisher medals and on-course medical support.

A Topanga trail event with a sunset 10k featuring about 1,360 ft of vertical and a non-timed 4.5 mile Hiker's Delight. The event offers aid stations, a 21 plus beer garden, plant-based tacos, sports massage and awards.

A 3.1 mile trail event at Ascot Hills Park in Los Angeles with chip timing and views of Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood sign. Proceeds support the Wilson High School Fire and Police Magnet Cadet Program and Ascot Hills Park.

Trail ultras on Mt. Wilson in the Angeles National Forest offering 25K and 50K distances, technical single track, marked aid stations, panoramic views, and enforced cutoffs.

Trail races of 50K, 30K and 15K around Corriganville Park in Simi Valley with sandstone outcrops, oak savannahs, water sources and mountain and ocean views. A portion of proceeds supports the Challenged Athletes Foundation.

A themed run in Long Beach on September 27 with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, a family mile and kids dash, ocean views, chip timing and a pizza themed finish line festival.