Trail Running calendar near Nevada City 2026-2027

Yuba Gold is a self guided 50K point to point in Nevada City, CA that runners may complete any day during October 2026. The original South Yuba Campground to Bear Valley course is run continuously and results are self reported.

Trail runs near Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding with a 50K and a 24 mile option. The 50K includes a summit loop with about 5,700 ft of gain, rocky sections on Signal Peak OHV Road, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals.

Kokanee Trail Runs in South Lake Tahoe on October 4, 2026 offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a noncompetitive half mile for children, scenic lake and mountain courses, sustainable event shirts, and local charity support.

A multi day ultrarun at Sparks Marina in Nevada on October 9 to 11, 2026 offering timed events and 50 and 100 mile distances on a paved, lighted loop with round the clock aid station support.

Trail races in Auburn, California along the American River Canyon rim with live music and free cider. Distances include a 50K, a half marathon and a 5 mile course with aid stations on the longer routes.

Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.

Fatass style trail races of roughly 25 and 50 miles near Foresthill, CA, featuring off-trail route finding, significant elevation gain, limited to 50 entrants, and a shared drop bag location passed twice.

Trail races in Nevada City on October 11, 2026 feature a half marathon, 10K and 5K across mixed terrain with views along the Tribute Trail and Deer Creek. The half marathon crosses a historic swinging bridge and includes multiple aid statio..

Insomnia is a night trail race in the Sierra Nevada foothills offering 35K, 14K and 5K options. Courses are marked with reflective ribbons and headlamps are required; the 35K has a 5 hour 30 minute overall cutoff.

Trail running in Cool, California with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on Sierra Foothills trails. Proceeds support Georgetown Divide Ready by 21 and a Camp Taylor scholarship; family packages, childcare, and a post-race breakfast are inc..

Run through the historic site of the 1848 gold discovery in California. This event features multiple trail distances from a 5K to a Half Marathon on scenic singletrack paths along the American River.

A 3rd annual 9.4 mile hill climb in Reno with 3,018 feet of elevation gain, starting and finishing at Melton Elementary School and reaching the summit of Peavine Peak via Chalk Canyon and Tower Ridge.

A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.

Trail run at Jacks Valley Elementary School with mapped 5K, 10K and 21K courses on fire roads and single track, featuring steep hills and technical sections with views of Carson Valley. Dogs are not allowed on the course and there are no aw..

Trail races in Upper Bidwell Park featuring a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 4 mile hourly endurance challenge with creek crossings, single track trails, aid stations, bag check, bike valet, and reusable cup provision.

A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.

An endurance event at Beals Point, Granite Bay featuring hourly 4.16 mile laps until one runner remains, plus a 12 hour Mini Last Person Standing option. Aid is available at the start area and runners may set personal aid stations.

A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.

A remote, informal backcountry foot run at Oxbow Reservoir, CA offering three route options with substantial elevation gain and multiple water crossings. Registration closes Oct 22 at 11:59 PM PT.

Experience the autumn scenery of Jenkinson Lake at the Trail Run at Sly Park. This event offers distances from a 5K to a 50K ultra on shaded pine forest trails with rolling hills and lakeside views.