Trail Running calendar near Rancho Santa Margarita 2026-2027

An evening trail event in Griffith Park with 10 mile relays for teams of 2 or 4, a 5K solo race, a 1 mile kid run, and a free agent leg, on scenic, well marked courses with chip timing and on-course aid.

A Topanga trail event featuring a rugged 10k with major climbs and coastal views plus a non timed 4.5 mile Hiker's Delight. The day includes aid stations, a beer garden, massage services and free course photography.

A Spartan obstacle weekend at Lake Elsinore Raceway features Sprint 5K, Super 10K, kids races, and multi-hour Hurricane Heat events on rugged, open terrain near a large natural freshwater lake.

This trail 5K takes place at Ascot Hills Park with views of the Hollywood Sign and Dodger Stadium. The chip-timed event benefits a local high school cadet program. A virtual race option is also available.

Traverse technical single track through the Angeles National Forest on this historic mountain race. Choose between 25K and 50K distances starting from the iconic summit of Mount Wilson.

A San Marcos trail event with a 10K, 5K and Kids Trail Trot that climbs to Double Peak’s summit at 1,558 feet; bibs, wooden medals and shirts are listed as finisher items, and registration closes Wed, Sep 23 at 12:00 PM PT.

A seaside themed run in Long Beach offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and family distances with chip timing, free race photos, finish line pizza and a costume contest.

A historic point to point 100 mile ultramarathon through the San Gabriel Mountains from Wrightwood to Altadena with about 21,610 feet of climb. Entry for 2026 was by lottery with qualifier and trail work requirements.

Experience a 100 kilometer trail run through the diverse landscapes of Cuyamaca Rancho and Anza Borrego Desert State Parks. This scenic endurance race traverses pine forests and oak woodlands just east of San Diego.

Experience a 9.1 mile mountain race at Mt Baldy featuring nearly 4000 feet of vertical gain. High altitude trails lead participants to the 10064 foot summit for a true alpine test in the Angeles National Forest.

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 festival in Big Bear Lake, California featuring five distances and varied terrain around the lake. The 2026 event is the UTMB World Series Americas Major and serves as a dual qualifier for UTMB Finals and Western States.

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.

A trail race at Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park on October 17, 2026 offering Half Marathon+, 15K, 10K and 5K looped courses over rocky single track, a 500 foot tunnel on the Pacific Crest Trail, multiple aid stations, and finisher swag.

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.