Trail Running calendar near Lake Sonoma 2026-2027

A one-day festival in Berkeley on May 31 featuring free road and trail runs, demo shoes from major brands, a $10,000-plus raffle, food and beer, and fundraising for youth running in Oakland.

Dirt Circus in San Francisco is a free community festival by UltraSignup featuring a social 3.2 mi or 4.5 mi group run, an expo with brand vendors, food, and a raffle, plus local partners and limited on-site parking.

A monthly community hike with an optional trail run pace at 5551 Giant Highway in Richmond, CA. Organized by FIERCE Advocates with Moving Forward and Richmond Run Club, the series runs on first Saturdays in 2026 and shares route details bef..

Experience a fixed-time event at Crissy Field with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in three six or twelve hour blocks as an individual or part of a team.

Trail races of 30K, 10K, 5K and a Kids 1K take place at Lagoon Valley Park in Vacaville. Courses are marked and supported with aid stations offering drinks and snacks.

Tails & Trails Charitable Walk/Run in Santa Rosa supports Dogwood Animal Rescue with in person and virtual options, flat scenic trails, a community finish area, and a limited edition 2026 dog bandana for participants.

A map based urban navigation run in San Francisco with 5K and 10K map courses starting at Ghirardelli Square. Teams of one to five use custom maps to find checkpoints, with refreshments and socializing after the finish.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K run from Stinson Beach into Mt Tam and Muir Woods, featuring steep climbs, technical single-track, marked courses, aid stations, and chip timing.

Timed trail races at Point Pinole on July 25, 2026 offer 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats on a 3.37 mile loop with shoreline views and eucalyptus groves. Solo runners and two or three person teams are accepted, and entry includes an all d..

A multi-distance trail event at Rodeo Beach in the Marin Headlands offering 50K, 30K, Half Marathon and 8K courses with coastal single track, significant elevation, ocean views, varied aid stations, and chip timing.

A time based trail event at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa where runners cover as much distance as possible in 3, 6, or 12 hour events on a 4.16 mile loop with significant climbing; cupless and chip timed, 500 runner capacity.

A 50K ultramarathon in Marin County on August 15, 2026, running iconic Coastal, Miwok, Matt Davis and Dipsea trails with about 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Part of the USATF PA Grand Prix and offering a $10,000 podium purse.

A five kilometer trail run along the Lands End Trail in San Francisco with views of the Golden Gate and the Pacific Ocean. The event lists a $10 entry fee, awards finisher ribbons, and requests no headphones or pets on course.

A map-based 5K and 10K in San Francisco where teams navigate checkpoints and answer multiple-choice questions, followed by refreshments at the finish.

Tackle the legendary Double Dipsea, a 13.7-mile out-and-back on the historic Dipsea Trail from Stinson Beach. This unique race features a handicapped start, putting all runners on a single-track course of constant passing. Experience the hi..

A loop trail race around Angel Island near Tiburon offering a 10K single loop and a half marathon that repeats the loop. The course has panoramic Bay Area views, a 400 runner limit, and a mandatory ferry to the island.

A steep 4.75 mile up and down run, hike, or walk on San Anselmo's Bald Hill that finishes downtown with live music and a t shirt. The third annual event benefits local nonprofits and includes town endorsement.

A PA/USATF cross country race of 3.4 miles at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa on August 30, 2026. The 33rd annual Empire Open features rugged dirt trails, three races including a masters division, and a $1,500 prize purse for USATF..

A 6.45 miles trail race in Annadel State Park organized by the Empire Runners Club, held in early September with staggered age and gender starts, limited to 100 runners and awards for the top 13 finishers.

Experience the trails of China Camp State Park with a selection of distances including a 5K 10K and Half Marathon. Participants enjoy a post race festival with beer steins custom medals and local snacks.