Trail Running calendar near Lake Sonoma 2026-2027

A map-based mystery run from Ghirardelli Square through classic San Francisco neighborhoods, with team navigation, chip-tagged checkpoints, 5K and 10K options, age and gender divisions, and post-event snacks and socializing.

Experience the rugged beauty of Mt. Tamalpais and Muir Woods in this coastal trail event starting from Stinson Beach. Choose between 10K, Half Marathon, or 30K routes featuring steep climbs and breathtaking Pacific views.

An endurance event at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour timed races on a 3.37 mile loop. Individuals and teams of two or three share laps and entry includes an all day picnic.

Trail races on August 1, 2026 in the Marin Headlands near Sausalito offer 8K, half, 30K and 50K courses with coastal single track, ocean and Golden Gate views. The event is chip timed and runs as a cupless race.

A time based trail event at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa offering 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats on a 4.16 mile loop with 815 feet of elevation per lap; chip timed and cupless with aid at start/finish.

An annual single-loop 50K ultramarathon in Muir Beach, California, traversing famous Marin trails with about 6,500 feet of elevation gain and ocean and Bay Area views.

The Lands End 5K will take place in Lincoln Park-Lobos on Sunday 16 August 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Navigate through historic San Francisco neighborhoods and parks in this unique 5K or 10K challenge. Use a custom map to find checkpoints and solve riddles individually or in teams of up to five people.

The Double Dipsea is a longstanding annual 13.7 mile trail race from Stinson Beach to Mill Valley and back, run on mostly single track with many stairs and handicapped starts that create frequent passing among runners.

Island loop races at Angel Island State Park with sweeping bay views; a 10K single loop and a Half Marathon that does two loops, limited to 400 participants and requiring ferry transport.

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.

A trail running festival at Mendocino Woodlands Park with a looped single-track course through ancient redwoods, offering a half marathon, 10K and timed 6 hour and 12 hour formats, plus on-site camping and weekend food options.

A multi-distance trail event in Tilden Regional Park on September 12, 2026 featuring 50K, 35K, half marathon, and 10K courses with regular aid stations, cupless policies, event shirts, and a range of finishers awards.

JP's Backyard Ultra/Hike is a final edition event in Napa's Skyline Wilderness Park. Participants run or hike a 3.3-mile loop, choosing their own distance up to 33 miles. This free event is a fundraiser, with a suggested donation supporting..

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Sonoma on October 17-18, 2026 offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, marathon and 4-person relays on singletrack with substantial elevation and on-site camping.

Trail marathon, half marathon and 10K in Bothe-Napa Valley State Park on October 24, 2026, limited to 300 runners. Single-track course with hills, streams and rocky sections; orange ribbon markings, one aid station, no headphones allowed.