Trail Running calendar near Ripon 2026-2027

A community running day at Sycamore Grove Park on July 3, 2026, with a flat 5K on mixed trails and an untimed 400m kids run for ages 12 and under; parking is at Independence Park.

A team navigation run in San Francisco starting at Ghirardelli Square where teams of one to five use a custom map to find checkpoints, with refreshments and social time after the finish.

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

Experience a scenic trail run through ancient Coastal Redwoods and lush river canyons in Santa Cruz. Choose from multiple distances including a 50K and marathon with several river crossings.

An endurance event at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour timed races on a 3.37 mile loop. Individuals and teams of two or three share laps and entry includes an all day picnic.

Trail running at Calero County Park with multiple distances across single track and dirt paths, significant climbs, aid stations and free parking at the park.

Trail races on August 1, 2026 in the Marin Headlands near Sausalito offer 8K, half, 30K and 50K courses with coastal single track, ocean and Golden Gate views. The event is chip timed and runs as a cupless race.

A loop trail race from Lake Chabot Marina through East Bay Regional Parks with substantial climbing, offered as a 50K and 21K on August 2, 2026. Finishers receive a shirt, socks, and a medal.

A time based trail event at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa offering 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats on a 4.16 mile loop with 815 feet of elevation per lap; chip timed and cupless with aid at start/finish.

A trail running event through redwood forests near Gilroy with 5K, 10K, and half marathon options featuring large elevation gains and scholarship fundraising for youth trail running camps.

Bear Creek 2026 in Lafayette California offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a remote runner option on August 8, 2026. The trail course includes hills, scenic views and a final mile of downhill shaded single track.

The 50th Pinecrest Run on August 9, 2026 features a five-mile route around Pinecrest Lake and a one-mile pavement race, serving as a fundraiser for Pinecrest Expedition Academy; pets are not allowed.

An annual single-loop 50K ultramarathon in Muir Beach, California, traversing famous Marin trails with about 6,500 feet of elevation gain and ocean and Bay Area views.

Experience the trails of Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. Runners can choose from distances ranging from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon through scenic ridge lines and redwood groves.

Trail races on hilly mixed dirt and single track at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances from 5K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag service for longer races, and mandatory course markings and cutoffs.

A five kilometer trail run along the Lands End Trail in San Francisco with views of the Golden Gate and the Pacific Ocean. The event lists a $10 entry fee, awards finisher ribbons, and requests no headphones or pets on course.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park with single track, sand ridge and river crossings. Aid stations are spaced every five to six miles and the event is cupless.

A map navigation event in Fillmore and Japantown where solo runners or teams of up to five use a 1:7500 custom map to find checkpoints on 5K or 10K courses, then enjoy snacks and socializing at the finish.

A multi-distance trail event on August 22, 2026 around Jenkinson Lake with a 100-runner daily cap, starts at Scales Parking Lot and most races finish at the Waterfall Trailhead, with aid stations and a $5 day use parking fee.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.