Trail Running calendar near Los Angeles 2026-2027

An 8-hour loop race and a separate 6K at Wildwood Canyon State Park in Yucaipa, CA, featuring a 3.7 mile loop with ~600 ft gain per loop, aid stations, vendors, and an after party at a local brewery.

No Name Trail Races in Agoura, CA on October 24, 2026 features a 50K, half marathon and 5K on varied trail terrain in Cheeseboro National Park with aid stations, finisher medals, post race food and awards.

A multi-distance trail festival at Lake Perris featuring 10 to 200 mile races on looped, technical courses, substantial elevation gain, aid stations, group camping, pacer rules, and cash prizes for 100 and 200 mile overall finishers.

Trail races at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano across multiple distances including 10k, half marathon, 35k, marathon and 50k. The event features marked courses, aid stations and participant merchandise.

Timed trail runs of 6 hour and 4 hour take place at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach on October 31, 2026. Organizer Sunshine Trail Racing lists entry fees and a registration deadline of October 28.

A trail race in Silverado routed out of Black Star Canyon, offering marathon, new 25k, half and 10k distances with significant elevation gain and aid stations along the course.

Run through the historic streets of Avalon and the rugged interior trails of Catalina Island. Choose between a half marathon, 10K, or kids fun run featuring stunning Pacific Ocean views and island landmarks.

Live Oak Odyssey is a fixed time trail running event at O'Neill Regional Park offering 3, 6 and 8 hour looped runs on a roughly 2.75 mile loop with about 500 feet of elevation gain per loop and a main aid station.

A trail event on November 14, 2026 in Yucaipa, CA offering 21 mile, 10 mile, and 4 mile courses through the Crafton Hills. Ten percent of registration fees support the Crafton Hills Open Space Conservancy.

Trailsgiving at Elysian Park on November 14, 2026 features marked out and back trail routes on hard packed dirt with hills. Distances include 5k, 10k, 15k, and a half marathon with on-course aid and finisher medals.

The 30th annual Patagonia Salmon Run takes place in Ventura on November 15, 2026, as a 5K (listed at 3.14 miles). Online registration is required, the event aims for zero-waste, and a Patagonia store discount is available to bib holders.

Terrain Race Irvine is an obstacle and mud focused 5K at Oak Canyon Park on November 21, 2026, featuring mud pits, walls, ropes and 11+ obstacles, plus pre race packet pickup and a post race festival with food, music and vendor booths.

Trail races in Griffith Park Los Angeles on November 21, 2026 with multiple distances from 10 K to 50 K. Organized by Keira Henninger Events and open for registration from July 1, 2026.

A Thanksgiving Day community run in Santa Clarita offering a 5K cross country course through Central Park and a 1K for children. The event benefits the Santa Clarita Track Club and awards medals to the first 600 competitors.

A Thanksgiving morning trail event in the Santa Monica Mountains with a 13.67-mile half-marathon, 10k and 5k on fire roads and singletrack. Half-marathon winners receive $500 and entries include a shirt, finisher medal, photography, breakfa..

A Thanksgiving morning coastal 1K 5K and 10K walk and run in Huntington Beach that raises funds with World Help to drill clean water wells serving communities worldwide.

One mile loop ultra on hardpacked dirt with timed 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour options plus relay teams. Live chip timing, free on course camping, continuous food service, and a 31 hour buckle challenge to reach 100 miles.

A 28k trail run in Fremont Canyon at Irvine Regional Park featuring about 3800 feet of elevation change and four aid stations. The course runs on fire roads, is cupless, and participants are asked to carry personal hydration.

Ray Miller 50/50 is a set of trail races at Point Mugu State Park in Malibu on December 5, 2026, offering 50 mile, 50K and 30K distances. Registration opens April 1 and a waitlist is available.

A night trail race in Tarzana on December 5, 2026, with lighted routes through the Santa Monica Mountains. Offered as 5K and 10K, the event has notable elevation, aid stations, required headlamps, and post race medals and shirts.