Trail Running calendar near Ripon 2026-2027

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.

A 12.4 mile loop up to the Mount Diablo summit and back with about 4,000 feet of climbing and descending. The race starts and finishes at Mitchell Canyon and includes shuttle service, a post race raffle and a finisher item.

Trail races of 5K, 10K, half marathon and 35K around San Pablo Reservoir on EBMUD trails, with chip timing, stocked aid stations, a cupless policy, and a 300-runner capacity.

Three cross-country races on October 11, 2026 at Miwok Meadows, China Camp State Park in San Rafael, CA, on a roughly 4.20 mile mostly single track course with a short paved section.

Trail running in Cool, California with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on Sierra Foothills trails. Proceeds support Georgetown Divide Ready by 21 and a Camp Taylor scholarship; family packages, childcare, and a post-race breakfast are inc..

Trail races in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park offer distances from a Kids Run to a half marathon on singletrack and paved sections, with marked courses, aid stations, a 4.5 hour time limit, and on site parking for a fee.

Trail races on Mount Diablo near Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offering 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K with possible mud and creek crossings.

A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.

Trail races at Almaden Quicksilver County Park include a half marathon, 10K and a kids one mile fun run with course aid stations and volunteer support.

A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.

Coastal Half Moon Bay race day with half marathon, 10K, 5K, kids and virtual options supporting Senior Coastsiders.

An endurance event at Beals Point, Granite Bay featuring hourly 4.16 mile laps until one runner remains, plus a 12 hour Mini Last Person Standing option. Aid is available at the start area and runners may set personal aid stations.

A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.

Experience the autumn scenery of Jenkinson Lake at the Trail Run at Sly Park. This event offers distances from a 5K to a 50K ultra on shaded pine forest trails with rolling hills and lakeside views.

Trail run at Salmon Falls Ranch with a single lap 10K (10.5K) and a two lap half marathon on single track trails featuring creek crossings, climbs and views. Proceeds support the American River Conservancy.

Oakland Hills Trail Run features 10K, half marathon and 35K courses through Redwood Regional Park with technical trails, marked routes, aid stations and chip timing. The event is cupless and limited to 330 runners.

A women focused trail half marathon in the Marin Headlands covering 13.6 miles with 2,156 feet of climbing, coastal ridgelines and views of the Pacific and Golden Gate Bridge. The event offers training plans, shuttles, childcare grants and..

A cross-country meet at Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline on October 24, 2026 with three 4.1 mi races over grass, dirt, and path terrain.

An October fundraiser offering a global virtual challenge plus an in-person event at San Francisco’s Ferry Building. Multiple distances from 5K to 50K are available; some courses are unmarked and maps are provided. Proceeds support the Brea..