Trail Running calendar near Ripon 2025-2026

Hit scenic single track trails along Granite Beach at Folsom Lake for the Lost Trail 5K and Half Marathon on Feb 21, 2026. Enjoy lake views, wildflowers, finisher medals and optional soft cotton shirts available for preorder.

Tackle the scenic trails of Montara Mountain in Pacifica with distance options from a kids dash to a 50K. Expect challenging climbs and coastal views, pre registered runners get shirts and every finisher earns a custom medal.

Run scenic foothill trails near Sacramento at the Salmon Falls 50K Endurance Run. Pick the 50K or half marathon and finish at Browns Ravine for a memorable day of trails, great aid stations, and a locally made finisher medal.

Run scenic trails around Angel Island from a lively 5 mile loop to a challenging 15 mile climb up Mount Livermore, with custom medals and pre registered shirts. Ferries from Tiburon set the scene for a memorable island race day.

Run or hike scenic Skyline Ridge in La Honda, CA with 50K, 21K and 10K options across rolling ridges and forested trails. All entry fees support the Bay Area Ridge Trail so your miles help protect local open space.

Take the plunge or lace up for a 5K trail or 1 Mile fun run at the Greater Sacramento Polar Plunge & Runs to support Special Olympics Northern California. Join the fun, earn a commemorative medal, and cheer on athletes.

Run scenic trails at China Camp State Park in Santa Venetia with live and virtual 5K, 10K, and half marathon options on March 15, 2026. Expect technical single track, big climbs, and rewarding views for trail runners seeking a challenge.

Run the Marin Ultra Challenge on March 14, 2026 from Rodeo Beach, choosing a rugged 50 Mile or lively 50K through Marin Headlands, Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods. Expect big climbs, technical single track and sweeping coastal views.

Run peaceful redwood trails in Oakland with distances from a kids 50 yard dash to 50K ultras, plus family friendly 5K and marathon options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, stocked aid stations and springtime forest views.

Join the 15th Annual Spirit of Benny 10K and 5K in Placerville on March 21, 2026 with a virtual option through March 29. Run or walk to support New Morning Youth & Family Services and local nonprofits helping seriously ill and at risk kids.

Run a scenic half marathon through redwood woods and open hills at Skyline Ridge near La Honda, with ocean and Bay views and runnable rolling climbs. Proceeds benefit The Hatuey Project, with the director matching entries for double impact.

Run the Western Pacific on March 28, 2026 at Quarry Lakes in Fremont with half marathon, 10K, 5K and a Remote option. Enjoy mostly flat scenic trail and creekside routes on dirt and gravel, organized by Brazen Racing.

Run the scenic Merced River Canyon in Briceburg CA on Saturday March 28 2026 with two race options. Pick a 5 mile out and back on mostly flat foothill roads or the 9 mile climb up Burma Grade for a bigger challenge.

Limited to 400 runners, the Golden Gate Headlands Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K invites trail lovers to Mill Valley, CA. Run single track trails and fire roads with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay and Pacific.

Run scenic singletrack on Mount Diablo with distances from 5K to 50K, including a longer than standard Brazen Ultra half marathon. Funds support Save Mount Diablo and postrace photos and results are provided.

Run the scenic American River Parkway from Folsom to Auburn with 50, 25 or 10 mile options. Expect aid stations, a tech shirt and finisher medallion, plus a festive post race party with food and a beer garden.

Romancing the Island at Angel Island State Park offers a scenic half marathon or 10K loop with iconic Bay views. Limited to 400 runners, this intimate island race is ferry accessible and unforgettable.

Run around Lake Chabot's scenic reservoir and rolling hills on April 11, 2026, with distances from a kids dash to a 50K ultra. Pre registered runners get shirts, all finishers earn medals, and well stocked aid stations keep you moving.

Run lakeside single track around Folsom Lake at the Outlands Endurance Race in Pilot Hill CA on April 18, 2026. Choose 25K 50K or 50M out and back courses with stocked aid stations plus finisher swag and wood awards.

Join Badger Cove at Del Valle Regional Park on April 18 for a scenic half, 10K, 5K or remote run around Lake Del Valle. All finishers get custom medals and shirts, chip timing, and proceeds support East Bay Regional Parks camperships.