Trail Running calendar near Los Feliz 2026-2027

A community July 4 event in Newhall Park featuring a flat, paved 5K along the parade route, a Kid K, and a Masters Mile Walk, with shirts, medals, an expo, and awards benefiting local high school cross-country programs.

A 5k uphill race on the slopes of Mt. Baldy Resort that climbs about 1,500 feet to the Top of the Notch, with a finish area featuring a BBQ, bar, and live music and lift access back down for bib holders.

Trail race in Tarzana, Los Angeles with a half marathon, a new two person half marathon relay, a 10K and a 5K on Dirt Mulholland fire road. The course is exposed with rolling terrain and likely hot, dry summer conditions.

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.

Harding Hustle is a trail running event in Cleveland National Forest offering 50K, 30K and 15K on the Harding Truck Trail. Courses include significant elevation gain, aid stations, shuttle access, and hot July conditions.

Tough Mugu is a coastal mountain trail running event at Point Mugu State Park on July 18, 2026 offering a 25k and shorter course options. The event includes chip timed results, a finisher medal and race tee, and a cash prize for the 25k pod..

Hot to Trot offers 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon in Griffith Park on July 18, 2026. Routes run on a hard packed dirt horse trail with an aid station at the turnaround and free parking at Crystal Springs Picnic Area.

Multiple distance options on marked out-and-back loops at Whittier Narrows with on-course aid, finisher medals, photos, videos, live results, and an event app.

Aztlan XC Classic is a 5K event in Elysian Park, Los Angeles on July 25, 2026, with youth and adult race categories and differing registration options. Proceeds support the Aztlan Athletics Foundation's camps and scholarships.

An evening trail event in Pasadena's Lower Arroyo Park offering 6K and 12K routes with chip timing and aid stations. The finish includes tacos and drinks and runners receive a commemorative shirt and wooden medal.

Scenic 5K, 10K and half marathon in Green Valley Lake with lakefront sections, forest service roads, aid stations and chip timing. Proceeds support youth environmental programs and trail maintenance.

A 5K run or walk with a 282 step climb at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City that benefits the Aztlan Athletics Foundation. Registration runs from 10/10/2025 to 12/31/2025 with a $45 fee.

Experience trail running in Orange County with several race distances ranging from a 5k to a 6 hour timed challenge. Navigate a scenic 3.3 mile looped course with multiple early bib pickup options available.

Trail races at Malibu Creek State Park on August 15, 2026 feature a 50k and 25k through the Santa Monica Mountains with steep climbs, ocean views, multiple fully stocked aid stations, and an announced prize purse plus finisher medals.

Two day 5K mud run in Moorpark, CA on August 15 and 16, 2026. The course includes 15 major obstacles, deep mud pits and rolling hills, with rinse stations and a Basecamp area featuring food trucks and music.

A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.

Dirt Circus Los Angeles is a one day community running festival on August 29, 2026 that pairs a four mile group trail run with an expo of brands, race directors, vendors, food, and a raffle.

A community running event in Norwalk on September 5, 2026, held as the Higashi Roman Memorial Run and reflecting Cerritos's Dairy Valley history. Organized by Cerritos High School alumni, it offers in-person and virtual 3 mile options.

The 61st Mt Baldy Run to the Top on September 7, 2026 is a fundraising mountain trail race in the Angeles National Forest covering about 7 miles with 4,000 feet of ascent to the 10,064 foot summit, with proceeds aiding local services.

Tough Mudder Big Bear on September 12, 2026 at Bear Mountain features 5K and 10K obstacle courses at high altitude, named obstacles, finisher medals and apparel, spectator passes, and options for volunteers and group packages.