Trail Running calendar near Los Angeles 2026-2027

Experience the 16th annual spring edition of this trail event in Los Angeles. Runners can choose from multiple distances including a new 50 mile ultra and family friendly 10k routes through Griffith Park.

Experience a mud filled obstacle course at Oak Canyon Park in Irvine. Join the community for a day of mud pits and festival celebrations while supporting local charities through the Buy One Give One program.

A trail race near Silverado CA offering a 17 Miler, a half marathon and a 10K with significant elevation gain. Courses follow Maple Springs Road and truck trails and include multiple aid stations and shuttle logistics.

Experience the trails of Crystal Cove State Park with a 6K or 10 mile run or hike. Enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and receive a finisher medal and event shirt as you navigate the terrain of El Moro Canyon.

Join this spring event at Griffith Park featuring distances from a 5k to a half marathon on a scenic dirt trail course. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with finisher medals and free race photos for all participants.

A free, social, non-competitive trail run at El Moro and Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Newport Beach on April 4, 2026. The route is about 5 miles with roughly 500 feet of climbing and includes post-run snacks and a raffle.

Experience the scenic beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains at the 41st annual Great Race. Choose from multiple distances including a panoramic half marathon, 10K, and 5K, followed by a large post-race celebration in Chumash Park.

A two day trail and gravel event at Diamond Valley Lake near Hemet offering distances from a 1 mile kids run to a 26.2 mile trail marathon, plus stroller, youth and multi lap gravel rides around the lake.

Join this community focused event at Ventura Beach featuring multiple distances from 5k to a half marathon. Enjoy a relaxed run along beach path loops with finisher medals, photos, and snacks included for all participants.

Step back in time for a totally tubular run in Huntington Beach. This 80s themed event features a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on a flat, scenic oceanfront course. After the race, enjoy a costume contest, a beach party with a live DJ, and an..

The Run4Kids Ultra Running Party features a wide range of distances and timed events, from a half marathon to a 24-hour ultra. The event raises funds for youth running programs. It takes place in Corona, California.

Experience a historic trail event in Lake Hughes featuring distances from 30k to 100 miles. Conquer the terrain and earn a Western States 100 qualifying time on the scenic 100k or 100 mile courses.

Trail races on the Soboba Indian Reservation support Noli Indian School. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 5k, or a kids' 3k walk/run. The event features Native and Open divisions, with proceeds funding a student scholarship.

Point Mugu Trail Run offers ocean view trail routes at Point Mugu State Park near Malibu with half marathon and 10k options. The event includes finisher medals, free course photography, a 21 plus beer garden, breakfast tacos and sports mass..

A looped trail event at Lake Perris on April 25, 2026, offering 10K, 50K and 100K distances with lap-based aid, cut-off times, permitted pacers for the 100K, and included group tent camping and event amenities.

Trail races at Victory Trailhead in Woodland Hills offer distances from 6K to a newly added 100K over rugged trails and climbs. The event is fully supported but cupless and includes drop bag options, pacer rules, parking, and post race prov..

Test your speed and navigation skills in this unsanctioned 4+ mile race through Chino Hills. Navigate four checkpoints across gravel and trail terrain to compete for cash prizes in a format where you choose your own route.

A 13.5-mile trail race on fire roads and single track in Limestone Canyon with 2,719 feet of elevation gain, two aid stations, cupless policy, and limited packet pickup options.

Celebrate the 14th anniversary of Aut2Run at CSU Channel Islands with distances from a 1 Mile Run to a 15K Hero Run. Support the local autism community through this inclusive event featuring both trail and road courses.

Support youth programs while running or walking through beautiful Griffith Park. This community trail event features a 5K course for all ages and offers medals and t-shirts to the first 500 participants.