Trail Running calendar near Madera 2026-2027

Hit singletrack trails around scenic Hensley Lake with a challenging 10k trail run and multiple mountain bike races featuring technical rock gardens and varied climbs. Participants receive custom event shirts and medals for the main 10k and..

A cross country event in Fresno featuring an 8K race, a 2 mile walk and kids races. The off-road course includes water pits, muddy sections, hills and hay obstacles, and 8K age group awards are offered.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Farmer Bob's Live, Love, Run 5K winding through orange orchards on a picturesque citrus ranch in Ivanhoe. Chip timed with a custom finisher medal, fresh picked oranges and a lively DJ celebration.

Run the scenic San Joaquin River Trail in foothill single track for a challenging half marathon or 10K, with rugged climbs, sweeping views, and finishers medals and shirts. Enjoy aid stations along the route and post race refreshments.

Run the Sanger Blossom Trail Run on March 7 for a flat, scenic course through downtown Sanger and blooming orchards. Choose from a 10K, shorter runs and walks for all ages and enjoy a family friendly community event held rain or shine.

Run the Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic in Madera with half marathon, 10k, 5k or virtual options along tree lined trails and rolling hills. Finishers get a tech shirt and custom medal, plus a festival with live music and local treats.

Run the scenic Merced River Canyon in Briceburg CA on Saturday March 28 2026 with two race options. Pick a 5 mile out and back on mostly flat foothill roads or the 9 mile climb up Burma Grade for a bigger challenge.

Hit scenic trails at Ruth McKenzie Preserve in Clovis on April 12, 2026, with a challenging half that climbs Table Mountain plus 10k, 5k and kids races. Expect rugged single track, aid stations, finishers medals and a festive post race spre..

Join the family friendly Paseo de Mariposa Trail Race on April 19, 2026 in Mariposa, California, starting at the historic 1851 courthouse. Pick a scenic 5K or adventurous 12K with creek crossings, climbs and community spirit.

Run the SJVDHA Pacing for Prevention 5k in Tesoro Viejo, Madera, to support the American Cancer Society. A family friendly, scenic course with wellness booths and on site oral cancer screenings.

Run the Sasquatch Trail Run in Woodlake CA on May 9, 2026 with competitive, fun and virtual 5k options plus a kids race. Scenic 3.16 mile course has river crossings, finisher shirt and medal and benefits Dry Creek Preserve.

Take on the Fresno Urban Run, a 3 mile city course starting inside Chukchansi Park that mixes stadium and garage climbs with a final 220 stair ascent to the top of The Grand Tower. Proceeds benefit the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation and bot..

Shadow of the Giants is a trail running event in Fish Camp, CA on June 6, 2026 offering 20k and 50k distances for runners seeking scenic mountain trails and a friendly challenge. Start and finish at Camp Green Meadows with aid stations, pre..

Run the Ely Mountain Trail Race at scenic Balsam Forebay near Shaver Lake, CA, with 14K or 8K options featuring big climbs and a rugged granite mile on the 14K. Field capped at 250, with aid stations, finisher medals, shirts and post race s..

Join the SAR Wild Run at scenic Shaver Lake to support Fresno County Search And Rescue. Pick a half marathon, 10k, 5k, 2 mile hike or virtual entry and tackle trails through meadows, forests and streams before a festive postrace BBQ and awa..

Run around scenic Tanri Lake in Miramonte at 6,000 feet, choosing from a relay, a 10 hour individual timed challenge, or a 10K loop. Registration opens Jan 8, 2026 and select entries include a Tanri hat and a pre race dinner on August 28.

Take on the Pincushion Hill Climb in Friant, CA, a chip timed one mile ascent to top of Pincushion Mountain, plus a Mountain Goat challenge to repeat climbs for extra glory. Expect tough terrain, custom finisher awards and shirts for all.

Run along the San Joaquin River at the Kiwanis River Run for scenic 10K, 5K, 2 mile and kids fun runs at George's River Ranch. Proceeds support Valley Children's Hospital and every finisher gets a shirt, medal and breakfast.

Mammoth Trailfest is a weekend of mountain trail races and festival fun in Mammoth Lakes, CA. Choose from summit finishes and distances from a kids 1K to a 50K, plus a three day Mammoth Triple across scenic high altitude trails.

Join the 23rd annual Tulare Santa Fe Trail A Thon 5k Run/Walk on November 7 at Live Oak Park to support the Tulare Sunrise Rotary scholarship fund. All finishers get a commemorative medal and top runners receive trophies and gift cards.