Trail Running calendar near Monterey County 2026-2027

Live and virtual options at Lake Chabot feature 5K, 10K, and a half marathon with multiple aid stations, on-course nutrition, race apparel and a woodallion, post-race beverages, and a brewfest atmosphere.

A free in-person trail run hosted by Fleet Feet Aptos and Altra near Nisene Marks, with demo shoes available and beer at Other Brother Beer Aptos. The event features a group trail run and is scheduled to last two hours.

A community Independence Day event at Sycamore Grove Park featuring a flat 5K on mixed paved and dirt trails and a 400 meter kids run for ages 10 and under. T shirts are included with race fees.

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

Experience a scenic trail run through ancient Coastal Redwoods and lush river canyons in Santa Cruz. Choose from multiple distances including a 50K and marathon with several river crossings.

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.

A loop trail event at Lake Chabot Marina on August 2, 2026 offering a 50K and a half marathon with substantial climbing, community-run aid stations, finisher swag and awards; part of the P-USATF Grand Prix and UTMB index.

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.

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.

A community 10K and a 1 mile kids race through the redwoods in Felton, California, starting and finishing at Roaring Camp Railroads. The event supports the local business and community association and includes a pancake breakfast.

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 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.

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.

Trail trail races at Stevens Creek Reservoir in Cupertino on September 12, 2026 include a Half Marathon, 11K and a 2.5 mile Lollipop Loop. The USATF sanctioned event is hand timed, capped for the longer distances, and supports wildfire reli..

A trail running event at Calero County Park offering distances from a kids run to a 50K across single-track and dirt roads, with named aid stations, drop bag support, bib color assignments, and time limits for longer races.

A loop elimination race at Smith Ranch on a 4.18 mile dirt course where runners repeat the loop each hour until one remains, carrying their own aid; the final runner receives a custom western style trophy buckle.

Trail running weekend at Smith Ranch in Bradley, CA featuring 10 km loop races plus 24 and 48 hour options. Onsite camping, nightly bonfires and live music accompany aid stations roughly every three miles.

An annual September trail running event at Lake Chabot Marina offering 100k, 50 mile and marathon races with UTMB Index status and Pacific USATF Grand Prix inclusion for the 50 mile race.

Trail running at Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur on September 26, 2026. Three distances follow Old Coast Road with marked aid stations, mailed bibs and finish medals for marathon and half marathon finishers.