Trail Running calendar near Los Angeles 2026-2027

The Hills Are Alive 10K Run takes place on scenic bridle trails in Rolling Hills Estates. All participants get a t-shirt and medal, with trophies for the first-place winners. Registration opens in February 2026.

Trail races near Malibu, CA on June 6, 2026, offering distances from a half marathon to 100k over single track and fire road in the Santa Monica Mountains. Registration is open through June 1, 2026.

The inaugural Fullerton Fit 5K Trail Run offers a scenic dirt trail course through the Brea Dam area. The event also includes a Health & Wellness Fair with local vendors and food trucks. Registration includes a shirt, medal, and other race..

A trail relay and 8K at the Lower Old Zoo in Griffith Park on June 7, 2026, offering chip timing, finisher medals, three aid stations, DJs and food trucks.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Glendale will take place in Glendale on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Run through scenic trails at the Old Zoo Half Marathon. Choose from a relatively flat half marathon or 12K course, starting and finishing at the historic Old Los Angeles Zoo. All finishers receive a custom elephant-themed medal.

Multiple ultramarathon and shorter races on a largely flat bike path along the San Gabriel River. The looped course is USATF certified and features aid stations at both ends.

A multi-distance trail event at Topanga State Park on June 20, 2026, featuring 15k, 10k, a kids 1k and a non-timed Hiker’s Delight, marked courses, aid stations, prize payouts and a Downhill Mile cash bonus.

A family-friendly 5K and 1K kids run in Yorba Linda that commemorates Title IX, follows the El Cajon Trail, welcomes strollers and dogs, and includes a vendor fair and finisher medals.

A 5k trail run at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness on June 24, 2026 over fire roads and single track with about 350 ft of elevation gain. One aid station at mile 2.2 and a cupless race policy.

Event Overview The Chingona Fest Campout is a two-day community event combining camping and trail running as a fundraiser. It takes place at the Group Campground in Pearblossom, California, within the Angeles National Forest. Event Structur..

A mountain 5K at Mt Baldy Resort with an almost entirely uphill course on fire roads, followed by a barbecue dinner, live music, and a chairlift ride from the Top of the Notch. This edition is sold out.

Into the Wild is a 5k trail run at Saddleback Wilderness on July 15, 2026, over fire roads and single track with 300 ft of elevation gain. Entry is limited to 150 runners and there is no race day registration.

Trail races of 50K, 30K and 15K on the Harding Truck Trail in the Cleveland National Forest, with aid stations, mandatory shuttle parking, no pacers, finish drop bags only, and a cupless policy in hot July conditions.

A supported trail race in Point Mugu State Park offering 25k and 10k routes with coastal mountain views, chip timing, locally made finisher medals, a post race festival with breakfast and a beer garden.

Join the Hot to Trot event in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, on July 18, 2026. Choose from a 5k, 10k, 15k, or half marathon on a scenic, shared dirt trail. Registration includes a finisher medal, free photos, and a supportive atmosphere.

Join the Rockin Summer run at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. Choose from four distances on a scenic park trail loop course. Your registration includes a finisher medal, goodie bag, and free event photos.

Join the SoCal Summer evening 6K or 12K at Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena on July 31 2026 and celebrate after with tacos and drinks. Scenic park routes and friendly vibes make this a perfect summer night run.

A mountain 5K, 10K and half marathon around Green Valley Lake, CA, featuring mixed paved and dirt surfaces, multiple aid stations, chip timing, race awards, and proceeds benefiting The Children’s Forest.

Looped trail races at Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park offering 5k through 30k and a 6 hour event on August 1, 2026; registration opens February 1.