Trail Running calendar near Lake Sonoma 2026-2027

Experience the scenic trails of China Camp State Park with 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon races. Runners enjoy panoramic bay views and forested single-track paths in this professionally timed event near San Rafael.

Experience trail running at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park in San Pablo. Choose between half marathon, 10K, or 5K distances on a historic site once home to TNT factories.

These trail runs explore the beautiful Sonoma Coast State Park. The courses traverse a scenic ridgeline with ocean views and summit Red Hill. The event will return in 2027 with a planned new location in Monte Rio.

Join the free Dirt Circus community festival in San Francisco for a social trail run, a pancake breakfast, and a raffle. Meet local race directors and brands, and enjoy the circus vibe with costumes encouraged. The event starts with group r..

Experience the scenic trails of Lagoon Valley Park at The Pena Passage. Choose from 30K, 10K, or 5K distances featuring rolling hills and oak groves in a natural setting.

Celebrate the classic vibes of San Francisco with a themed navigation run starting at Ghirardelli Square. Use a custom map to find checkpoints as an individual or in a team of five.

Experience the technical trails of Mt. Tamalpais and Muir Woods on this scenic coastal run. Choose from 10K, Half Marathon, or 30K distances featuring redwood forests and Pacific Ocean views.

Test your limits at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with three 6 or 12 hour endurance runs on a scenic coastal loop. Enjoy a party atmosphere with an all day picnic and options for individual or team participation.

Experience the coastal beauty of the Marin Headlands with trail races ranging from 8K to 50K. Run past historic landmarks and enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific Ocean.

A classic 50K trail ultramarathon in Marin County's stunning Headlands, featuring iconic trails and challenging terrain. The single-loop course offers spectacular coastal views and finishes at Santos Meadow. It's part of the USATFPA Grand P..

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.

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..

Experience a scenic trail run around Angel Island State Park with views of the San Francisco skyline and Golden Gate Bridge. Choose between 10K and half marathon distances on this hilly island loop trail.

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.

Run through ancient redwoods on a looped trail course at this weekend festival. Choose from timed 6 or 12 hour events, a half marathon, or a 10k race. The private camp setting offers camping, live music, yoga, and communal meals.

The Berkeley Trail Adventure offers four distances on the scenic trails of Tilden Regional Park. Runners can expect shaded paths, open views, and fully stocked aid stations. It's a cupless event where all finishers receive a medal.

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.

Experience the beauty of California wine country at the Sonoma Fall Classic. This event offers challenging singletrack trails and majestic lake views across distances ranging from a marathon to a 100 mile ultramarathon.

Run through the lush single track trails and babbling streams of Bothe Napa Valley State Park. This exclusive event offers marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances for a maximum of 300 participants.