Trail Running calendar near Oakland 2026-2027

Experience the scenery of Tilden Regional Park at the Grizzly Peak Trail Run. Choose from various distances including a 50K and marathon starting from the shores of Lake Anza in Berkeley.

Test your endurance at Almaden Quicksilver County Park with 50 km or 100 km trail races. These USATF sanctioned events offer significant elevation gain and the 100 km distance serves as a Western States 100 qualifier.

A timed half marathon on 9 May 2026 from Quintessa Winery to Yountville in Napa Valley. The finish line Wine Village features live music, Domaine Chandon welcome bubbles and complimentary tastings from multiple wineries.

Celebrate the 24th year of this community event in Los Altos Hills. Run or walk through the Westwind Community Barn and Byrne Preserve on hilly 5K, 10K, or 1 mile courses.

Experience the lush redwood landscapes of Saratoga at Trailquake 2026. Choose between 5K, 10K, or half marathon distances on forested trails with options to run, walk, or join remotely.

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 races at Skyline Wilderness Park near Napa offering 50K, 30K, 21K and 10K on routes with Rim Rock climbs and wide valley views. Aid stations are touchless and the event is cupless so runners must bring their own cup or bottle.

A charity trail event at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve offering 50K, 30K and 10K options, with elevation profiles and route maps provided; all registration proceeds support UCSF cancer research.

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..

Experience 360 degree views of the Bay Area at Wildcat 2026 in El Sobrante. This scenic event features a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K as well as a remote participation option.

A point to point half marathon on May 17, 2025, descending from Mt Umunhum to the Hacienda Entrance in Almaden Quicksilver County Park. The route is about 13.4 miles with aid stations, toilet facilities, marked trails, and a 5.5 hour time l..

Mud Factor Sacramento is a 5K mud and obstacle run at the 300 acre Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove on May 17, 2026. The event includes adult and KIDZ family waves, a festival area with paid spectator access, and required signed waivers.

A trail race at China Camp State Park in San Rafael offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon courses with scenic single track, limited to 275 entrants and staffed aid stations. Registration deadlines determine shirt guarantee and refund credit r..

Experience trail running at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park in San Pablo. Choose between half marathon, 10K, or 5K distances on a historic site once home to TNT factories.

Experience a technical trail race through the redwood groves of Joaquin Miller and Redwood Regional parks. Choose from multiple distances ranging from an 8K to a 50K ultra marathon on accurately measured courses.

Experience a scenic run through Coyote Point Recreation Area with a 5K or 10K event supporting mental health. Enjoy a free community wellness fair featuring local health vendors and family friendly activities.

These trail runs explore the beautiful Sonoma Coast State Park. The courses traverse a scenic ridgeline with ocean views and summit Red Hill. The event will return in 2027 with a planned new location in Monte Rio.

A multi-distance trail running event at Calero County Park on May 30, 2026, featuring single track, hills, aid stations, and a commemorative medal for finishers. Distances range from a Kids Run up to a 50K described as a Western States trai..

A community run and expo in San Francisco on June 6, 2026 featuring group runs of 3.2 miles and 4.5 miles, vendor booths, a pancake breakfast, and a raffle with prizes.

An annual trail race on the north shore of Lake Natoma in Fair Oaks offering 5K and 10K courses through wetlands, oak bluffs, and historic gold-dredge terrain, with proceeds supporting a local scholarship.