Trail Running calendar near Palmdale 2025-2026

Run Griffith Park's iconic trails on Saturday November 1 2025 with distances from 10K to 50K, including marathon and half marathon. The out and back course climbs to the Hollywood sign, features multiple aid stations, and registration close..

Run as many 3.6 mile loops with about 600 ft of climb as you can in an 8 hour Wildwood Canyon trail challenge through meadows and oak hills. Live bluegrass, vendors, and an afterparty at Hops and Spokes add festival vibes.

Join the Santa Clarita Trail Race Saturday November 1 2025 in Placerita Canyon with 5K, 10K, half marathon and 28K entries. Run flowing singletrack and rugged roads with big climbs and panoramic views over the Santa Clarita Valley.

Take on the rugged Rock Cobbler Run at Rio Bravo Ranch, a scenic off road trail challenge with steep climbs, timed results and special prizes for top finishers. Limited to 300 entrants, it includes pasta dinner, swag and aid stations.

Enjoy rolling trails and views at the 4 Mile Hill Challenge in Debs Park, part of the Aztlan Wellness Series with a green earth celebration and a pet friendly Run4Paws division. Kids can tackle the 2K Hill Challenge for family fun.

Hit the autumn trails at Chino Hills State Park on November 15, 2025, with 30K and 50K options. Well marked courses, plentiful aid and sweeping views support the Discovery Center for a spirited day of trail running.

Run I Didn't Make It to CIF on Nov 15 in Ojai, a lively 3 mile cross country over scenic campus dirt trails with start and finish on the track. Entry includes electronic timing, a finisher medal, T shirt and post race snacks.

Join the 29th annual Patagonia Salmon Run, a scenic 5K in Ventura on November 16, 2025 that supports South Coast Habitat Restoration and its Ventura River fish passage project. Run, reduce waste, and celebrate local habitat conservation.

Celebrate the City of Fullerton's inaugural 5K Trail Run through scenic Brea Dam trails near the Fullerton Tennis Center and Golf Course. After the race, enjoy a Health & Wellness Fair, food trucks, a finisher shirt, medal and free photos.

Run the 38th High Desert Ultra in Ridgecrest, California on December 6, 2025, with 50K, 30K, and a new 10K through scenic desert loops. Proceeds support youth running and community charities and all finishers get a handmade ceramic medal.

The Fremont Canyon 28k Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Irvine Regional Park, Orange, California. Scheduled for December 6, 2025, this challenging 28k (17.5 miles) course features fire roads with an elevation gain and..

Challenge yourself on rugged coastal trails at the Ray Miller 50/50 at Point Mugu State Park in Malibu on December 6, 2025. With 50 mile, 50K and 30K options, the 2025 race is sold out and the waitlist is closed.

Run under the stars on fully marked fire road courses at Mulholland Gateway Park in Tarzana, with 5K and 10K night options. Bring a working headlamp, enjoy aid stations, and collect a finisher medal and shirt.

Celebrate the SoCalTrail season finale at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach with scenic coastal trails and challenging climbs on 15k and 6k courses. Family friendly 1k for kids, cash prizes for 15k podiums, finisher medal, breakfast a..

Celebrate Hanukkah with the Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers at Panorama Vista Preserve in Bakersfield. Run an 8K or 2K Latke Loop in person or virtually and enjoy a custom finisher medal, Hanukkah swag, and festive community spirit.

Celebrate the season with the Holiday Fun Run at Griffith Park, offering 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon routes on scenic dirt horse trails and grassy starts. Enjoy on course aid, a finisher medal, free photos and post race snacks.

Get into the holiday spirit at Run for a Claus in Irvine on Dec 20, 2025, with 1 mile and 5K options plus virtual entries. Enjoy festive music, cookies, a Santa hat, finisher medal and support local charities and kids.

Join Paramount Ranch Trail Runs on December 20, 2025 for scenic trail races through the historic Paramount Ranch in Agoura Hills. Choose from 10K up to 50K and enjoy varied terrain, stunning views and a community race day organized by KHrac..

Ring in 2026 with the Happy New Year Run at West Creek Park in Valencia, CA. Choose from 5k, 10k, 15k or half marathon on scenic looped trails, enjoy finisher medals, free photos and a festive start to your year.

Ring in the New Year with a scenic trail run at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area on January 4, 2026. Choose 5k, 10k, 15k or a half marathon and enjoy finisher medals, free photos, aid stations and a festive post race vibe.