Trail Running calendar near Ridgecrest 2026-2027

A 135 mile invitational ultramarathon from Badwater Basin in Death Valley to Whitney Portal near Mt. Whitney. Runners cover desert and mountain terrain with a 45 hour limit and must be supported by a single vehicle crew.

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

Multiple runs and a walk in Springville, CA on October 17, 2026, with distances from a half mile kids run to a 10K trail held mostly on dirt roads and single track trails as part of the Apple Festival.

Scenic Half Marathon and 10K through the Alabama Hills with chip timing, finisher mug and shirt. The race supports the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and includes aid stations, podium prizes and a free museum admission for participants.

A fully off road trail run in Bakersfield in November 2026 with three route options from roughly 6 to 26 miles. The event includes aid stations, meals, swag and timing for top finishers.

A trail marathon and half marathon through Titus Canyon in Death Valley National Park on December 5, 2026. Both courses follow a single dirt road with multiple aid stations and portable toilets, are limited to 200 participants, and have a s..

A December 5, 2026 running event in Ridgecrest, CA featuring 50K and 30K loop ultras plus a 10K. Courses run on desert dirt roads with multiple aid stations and handmade finisher medals.

Leona Divide on April 17, 2027 in Lake Hughes, CA offers trail races from 30K to 100 miles, with the 100M and 100K as Western States qualifiers and the 50M awarding AC100 Sterling Silver Tickets.

A high country trail event in the Angeles National Forest offering a 50k and a 13.1 mile half marathon, substantial elevation, multiple aid stations, finish festival amenities and a $500 course record bonus for the 50k.

An 8 mile uphill race climbing 4,600 ft from Keeler to the historic Cerro Gordo town, finishing with a mountaintop barbecue, music, and shuttles back down. Spectator passes include the shuttle ride and food.