Trail Running calendar near Lake Sonoma 2026-2027

A map-based navigation event in Fillmore and Japantown on August 22, 2026 where individuals or teams of up to five follow a custom map to 20 to 30 checkpoints across 5K and 10K courses, then enjoy refreshments at the finish.

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 race weekend at Mendocino Woodlands Park featuring a half marathon, 10K and 6 and 12 hour timed events, combined with camping options, weekend food passes and evening live music.

Trail running at Tilden Regional Park in Berkeley with 50K, 35K, half marathon, and 10K options; aid stations appear every 5 to 7 miles and the event is cupless so participants carry their own bottle or reusable cup.

An ultramarathon and hike at Skyline Wilderness Park featuring a 3.3 mile loop with 550 plus feet of climbing and flexible 1 to 10 loop options. On-site awards, a raffle and a silent wine auction support the Pheo Para Alliance.

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 trail event around San Pablo and Briones Reservoirs offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and 35K on single track and fire roads. Aid stations, race shirts, and a 300 runner capacity are part of the event.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Sonoma on October 17-18, 2026, offering 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon and relay options. Courses use extensive singletrack with lake views, aid stations, crew access, and free on-site camping for participa..

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.

Trail races from 10K to 50K based at Stinson Beach with steep climbs to Mt. Tam, technical trails, chip timing, cupless aid stations, and age-group and overall awards.

A 28.4 mile out and back trail event from Old Mill Park to Stinson Beach with about 9,000 feet of vertical gain. The route follows the Dipsea Trail, includes multiple named trail sections and aid stations, and is repeated for the Quad.

A seasonal cross country event in San Francisco on 12/6/2026 with live and virtual options. Distances include a 5K, 10K, and a nine mile course; all entrants receive race swag and there is a pre race bib and shirt pickup with Brewfest.

Peacock Gap Trail Run on December 5, 2026 at China Camp State Park features 10K, half marathon and 30K trail races with coastal views and varied single track terrain. The event is cupless so runners must carry their own bottle or reusable c..

The Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing will take place in San Francisco on Sunday 6 December 2026. You can run between 50 and 50 miles.

A trail running event in San Francisco on January 23-24, 2027, offering 15K, 25K, 50K and 50 mile options on soft, hilly trails. The course travels through the Marin Headlands and crosses the Golden Gate Bridge with coastal views.