Trail Running calendar near Los Gatos 2026-2027

The Miwok 100K is a classic 62-mile trail ultramarathon in the Marin Headlands, featuring over 11,000 feet of climbing. This iconic race, which starts in Stinson Beach, is a qualifier for major events like Western States.

This 36th annual trail run starts at Stinson Beach and climbs into the iconic redwood forests of Muir Woods. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 7-mile distances on a course featuring wooden ladders, staircases, and panoramic views. The..

Trail race on May 9, 2026 at Lake Anza in Tilden Regional Park offering distances from 10K to 50K plus a free kids 50 yd dash. Courses are marked, aid stations occur every 3 to 4 miles, and the event uses a cupless aid protocol.

Event Overview The Race for Open Space is a one day trail running event in Monterey County. It is a fundraiser and awareness campaign for the Big Sur Land Trust, supporting land conservation and access to parks. The event is centered around..

Quicksilver Endurance Runs The Quicksilver Endurance Runs is a trail running event in its 41st edition. The event features two races with significant elevation gain. The 100K race has approximately 13,000 feet of elevation gain and is a Wes..

A community running event in Los Altos Hills featuring hilly 5K and 10K courses plus a 1 Mile Fun Run, with the route starting at Westwind Community Barn and passing through Byrne Preserve and local pathways.

Trailquake 2026 invites runners to the forested trails of Saratoga, California. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon course beneath the redwoods and pines. The event is scheduled for a Sunday in May.

Celebrate Mother's Day on May 10th with a family-friendly run or walk. The event, held at Pinto Lake County Park, features a 1K kids run, 5K, and 10K. Your participation benefits Pajaro Valley Shelter Services.

Trail runs at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa with 50K, 30K, 21K and 10K options. Routes include steep Rim Rock climbs, summit views, cupless aid stations, and on-course water-only sections for longer distances.

Run for Amma is a 15th-anniversary charity trail run supporting cancer research at UCSF. The event features 50K, 30K, and 10K distances through Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. All registration proceeds go directly to fund cutting-edge ca..

The inaugural Rim Rock 50 Mile Trail Challenge explores Napa's wild trails. Runners will tackle a two-loop course through Skyline Park and the new Suscol Headwaters. This cupless event offers a 50-mile solo or relay option with a 13-hour cu..

The Wildcat 2026 offers a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K with spectacular Bay Area views. The event supports the East Bay Regional Parks Campership Program and takes place in El Sobrante, California.

The China Camp Trail Run features 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon courses through scenic trails at China Camp State Park. With bay views and a cupless format, runners carry their own water. Finishers earn custom medals, and top performers receiv..

Run the original Brazen Racing event at historic Point Pinole. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K trail race. Runners and walkers are both welcome to participate.

A trail event at Joaquin Miller Park on May 30, 2026 offering 8K to 50K distances plus a free kids 50yd dash. Routes run through redwood forest on marked single track with aid stations every 3 to 6 miles.

This community event features a 5K and 10K run/walk through Coyote Point Park, followed by a free Wellness Fair. Registration includes a T-shirt, and participants are welcome with strollers and dogs. The day focuses on health and mental wel..

The Toro Park Trail Run offers 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances on the rocky trails and dirt roads of California's Toro Park. The summer event features rolling golden hills and oak trees. It is held as part of a Spartan festival w..

Join the free Dirt Circus community festival in San Francisco for a social trail run, a pancake breakfast, and a raffle. Meet local race directors and brands, and enjoy the circus vibe with costumes encouraged. The event starts with group r..

A trail event in Castro Valley on June 7, 2026 offering a chip timed half marathon and 5K with on-course water, first aid support, guaranteed t-shirts for early registrants, and age division awards.

The Bay Area 100 is a point-to-point 100-mile ultramarathon journey through the East Bay hills, starting at UC Berkeley. With 18,000ft of climbing and a 33-hour limit, it traverses diverse terrain from redwood forests to exposed ridges. It..