Trail Running calendar near Modesto 2026-2027

Trail endurance races at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline offering 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour options for individuals or teams of two or three. The 3.37 mile loop runs mostly on dirt fire trails with shoreline views and eucalyptus groves.

Trail running at Calero County Park with multiple distances across single track and dirt paths, significant climbs, aid stations and free parking at the park.

Monthly community hikes with an optional trail-run pace in Richmond, organized by FIERCE Advocates with Moving Forward and Richmond Run Club. Route details and gear recommendations are shared with registrants ahead of each meetup.

A historic 50k loop from and back to Lake Chabot Marina in Castro Valley with strong aid station support, a half marathon option, plant-based post-race food, and race swag including a shirt, socks, and medal.

A trail running event on Aug. 8, 2026 in Gilroy, California through redwood groves and peak viewpoints. Distances include a 5K, 10K and half marathon with significant elevation gain, and proceeds support youth scholarships.

Bear Creek on August 8, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and a 13.32-mile half marathon in the Briones Regional Park area, with a virtual Remote Runner option. Entry windows and fees are listed for each race.

A 50th annual running event in Pinecrest, California featuring a five mile route around Pinecrest Lake and a one mile pavement race. The event raises funds for Pinecrest Expedition Academy and pets are not allowed.

Experience the trails of Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. Runners can choose from distances ranging from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon through scenic ridge lines and redwood groves.

Trail races on hilly mixed dirt and single track at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances from 5K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag service for longer races, and mandatory course markings and cutoffs.

Oakland Cubs Back2School 5K and Fun Run on August 16, 2026 takes place at The Meadow in Oakland and raises funds for the youth running team and its scholarship programs. Distances include a 5K and a fun run.

A community run in Felton that includes a 10K through Henry Cowell Redwoods and a 1 mile kids race, with entry fees covering a pancake breakfast and proceeds supporting local community events.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K run through redwoods near Felton, CA, on varied single track and fire road with river crossings, marked courses, aid stations, chip timing, and a cupless hydration policy.

A map-based 5K and 10K in San Francisco where teams navigate checkpoints and answer multiple-choice questions, followed by refreshments at the finish.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

A two loop 4.15 mile cross country race on the fire roads of the UC Santa Cruz campus, starting and finishing at the meadow above the fire station and included in the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series.

NorCal Spartan Event Weekend at Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove, CA on Aug 29 to 30 2026 offers Sprint, Super and kids obstacle races across rolling trails and river crossings. Team entries and service member discounts are available.

Trail races at Huddart Park, King's Mountain and Bear Gulch offer measured distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K, with fees listed per distance and registration opening November 11, 2025.

The inaugural Apple City 5k at Pinto Lake County Park in Watsonville on 30 August 2026 offers a 5k on gentle, scenic trails and a kids 1k around the soccer fields. Half the event funds support the Pajaro Valley Education Foundation.

Experience the natural scenery of Mount Diablo State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners can select distances ranging from 4 miles to a 50K with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area.

A September 12, 2026 trail event in Berkeley featuring 10K, half, 35K and 50K courses through Tilden and Wildcat Canyon with chip timing, regular aid stations and a cupless aid policy.