Trail Running calendar near Rancho Mission Viejo 2026-2027

Run a scenic 5K on the shaded, groomed horse trails of Palos Verdes Peninsula. The event supports Strides in Recovery, a nonprofit helping people in addiction treatment through running. Participants receive a medal, t-shirt, and can enjoy a..

A two-day trail running festival in Big Bear Lake, California offering five distances from 10.5 km to 162 km. Courses cross high desert, sub alpine and semi-arid terrain and carry UTMB World Series Americas Major status with qualification p..

Experience remote mountain running in the Cleveland National Forest with three distances featuring significant elevation and coastal views. The event offers well supported aid stations and serves as a qualifier for the Angeles Crest 100.

An obstacle event in Phelan, California where people and their dogs navigate a 20 acre course with over 20 obstacles, including mud, water and problem solving. The program also offers a 1k walk/run and a volunteer option.

A multi distance event on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation in Anza, California. It uses a runnable 2 mile loop for fixed time races and a 100 mile event, with camping, limited RV spots and a real food aid station, fundraising for tribal yout..

Experience a diverse weekend of trail running and off road duathlon at San Diego’s Scenic Lake Hodges. Choose from distances ranging from a kid’s mile to a 50K ultra marathon or tackle the mountain bike and run challenge.

Run through the iconic rock formations of Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park in a variety of trail distances. Challenge yourself on technical terrain including the Pacific Crest Trail and a 500 foot tunnel.

Trail races in Julian, California featuring 50K, marathon and half marathon courses that climb Cuyamaca Peak on mostly single track trails with significant elevation change and mountain views.

Experience scenic singletrack and natural terrain at Hahamongna Watershed Park in Pasadena with options for a trail half marathon, 10K, or 5K on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Perfect for trail runners seeking a challenging yet runnable course.

A revived 200 mile endurance run based in Escondido, California, that circumnavigates San Diego County over varied terrain. Field limited to 24 experienced ultrarunners; crews are required and profits go to a Native American charity.

Test your limits at the Los Coyotes Reservation with single loop or ultra timed trail races. Run through alpine forests and desert landscapes before enjoying camping, bonfires, and yoga at the Ragnar Village festival site.

A trail running event at Caspers Wilderness Park on October 24, 2026, offering 10k, half marathon, 35k, marathon and 50k courses. Courses are described as marked and supported, with an athlete guide and past results available.

Run an 8-hour loop course on a scenic 3.7-mile trail in Wildwood Canyon State Park. The event features an aid station, vendors, and live music. An after-party follows at a local brewery.

Trail races in Chesebro Canyon near Agoura, CA featuring a 50k, a half marathon and a 5k on varied singletrack and fire road terrain with aid stations, finisher medals and post-race food.

Machete Muertos 200 is a multi-distance trail event at Lake Perris, CA from October 28 to November 1, 2026. The 200 mile race includes over 44,000 feet of elevation and a 96 hour cutoff; camping and cash prizes are provided.

Celebrate Halloween with a timed trail run at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach. Choose between a 4 hour or 6 hour endurance challenge set against a scenic coastal backdrop.

Run through the Pine Creek Wilderness on a wide dirt fire road in Alpine. This out and back course offers both a 10k and a half marathon distance with a steady climb and a fast downhill return.

Trail races in Silverado, CA run out of Black Star Canyon with a marathon, a new 25k, a half marathon and a 10K. Routes follow creekside trails, switchbacks and ridge sections with multiple aid stations.

Six hour timed loop race around a 5 mile lake course in San Diego with chip timing, four aid stations, on-course restrooms, and finisher awards. The field is limited to 75 entrants and the event is USATF sanctioned.

Experience a premier trail running event on Catalina Island featuring a half marathon, 10K, and kids run through the rugged interior and scenic hillsides of Avalon.