Trail Running calendar near Lake Ming 2026-2027

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Valencia will take place in Santa Clarita on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 miles.

Halloween themed 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon at West Creek Park in Valencia on October 4 with looped courses, aid stations, medals and race day registration.

A community Breast Cancer Awareness 5K at Hart Park in Bakersfield on October 10, 2026, featuring a scenic park course and post-race food, music, sponsor booths, and giveaways. Registration includes a performance T-shirt, finisher medal, me..

Trail running at Vasquez Rocks Natural Park in Aqua Dulce, CA with 13.9 mile, 15K, 10K and 5K race options on October 17, 2026.

Experience the Sierra foothills at the Springville Apple Run featuring trail routes and dirt roads. Choose between 10K and 5K runs or a 2 mile walk as part of the local Apple Festival.

A community 5k at Live Oak Park in Tulare supporting the Tulare Sunrise Rotary Club scholarship program; $15 registration covers medals and timing, with finisher medals and age-group awards plus trophies and $100 gift cards for top male and..

An off-road trail run at Rio Bravo Ranch offering three route options, timed results, stocked aid stations, food, swag and camping.

A second annual trail run along the empty Kaweah Lake Bottom in Three Rivers, California with 5K and 10K options, race amenities, and proceeds supporting St. Anthony Retreat Center.

A community endurance event in Bakersfield on 11/21/2026 where a 4.2 mile loop starts each hour. Participants can run one loop, repeat loops through the day, or attempt twelve loops for about 50 miles with aid and free parking provided.

A Thanksgiving Day community run in Santa Clarita offering a 5K cross country course through Central Park and a 1K for children. The event benefits the Santa Clarita Track Club and awards medals to the first 600 competitors.

Trail races of 50K, 30K and 10K in Ridgecrest, CA at Cerro Coso Community College organized by the Over The Hill Track Club.

Holiday-themed Jingle Bell races in Valencia on December 6 offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on marked looped trails with aid stations and finisher medals.

Multi-distance trail running at Tejon Ranch in Lebec, CA on Feb 27, 2027, featuring 100k, 50k, 25k and 11k courses with camping and a finish festival.

A family friendly run and walk in Valencia CA featuring 1K, 5K and 10K options plus virtual races. The USATF certified course runs along the South Fork River Trail and proceeds support Students Off And Running with an expo and festive activ..

Trail running event in Valencia California on 03/20/2027 offering 10K, Half Marathon, and 50K Ultra across hills, ridgelines, and canyon terrain with views of the Santa Clarita Valley.

A pack burro race and trail run in the Mojave Desert each second Saturday of April, offering four distances for runner-and-burro teams or runners without burros, and fundraising for local donkey rescue and charity organizations.

Leona Divide takes place April 17, 2027 in Lake Hughes, CA, offering multiple trail distances including 100 mile and 100k races that serve as Western States qualifiers. Athlete guides are available and optional bib pickup is set for April 1..

Multi-distance trail event in Ojai, CA with 100 mile and shorter races on Los Padres National Forest trails, limited to 150 entries and specific qualification rules.

Trail race in Placerita Canyon, Santa Clarita on May 1, 2027. Multiple distances from 1 mile to 60K, 6 and 12 hour categories, and team relays. Camping, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals are part of the event.