Trail Running calendar near Riverbank 2026-2027

The Bad Ass Backyard Ultra tests endurance with a relentless hourly loop format in Rio Linda. Complete a 4.16-mile loop every hour to stay in the race. As an official Backyard Ultra, it offers a path to national and world championship quali..

Experience a piece of railroad history at this event in Fremont's Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area. Run a flat course on the historic Western Pacific Trail with distances including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K.

Trail races from 5K to half marathon run on single track around Folsom Lake from the Falcon Crest parking area. Courses are marked with colored ribbons and feature dirt and rocky surfaces with rolling hills and some technical sections.

Experience an obstacle course weekend at Woodward Reservoir Regional Park near San Jose. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k Sprint to a 50k Ultra on a flat course designed for personal performance.

Experience the scenic beauty of Mount Diablo with trail races ranging from 5K to 50K. Support local land preservation while enjoying a professional event featuring a post race BBQ in Walnut Creek.

Experience one of the largest 50 mile endurance runs in the United States. Choose between 10, 25, or 50 mile distances through scenic Northern California finishing with celebratory festivities in Auburn.

Experience the scenic Merced River Canyon on hardpacked trails with two distinct options. Choose between a fast flat course along an old railroad grade or a demanding switchback hill climb with significant elevation gain.

The Sludge Trudge 5K is a paved run/walk at North Natomas Regional Park. It's a sanctioned event with professional timing and awards for top finishers. The event is hosted for a specific community group and their guests.

Experience a scenic trail run around Lake Chabot and the surrounding hills of Castro Valley. With distances from a 50 yard dash to a 50K ultramarathon there is an event for everyone at this regional park.

Explore the rolling hills of Cronan Ranch at the Magnolia Magic River Trail Run. This event offers a range of distances on dirt and rock trails, from a 5K to a 50K ultra. All participants receive a medal and access to aid stations along the..

Explore remote trails along Folsom Lake with the Outlands Endurance Races. Choose from 25K, 50K, or 50-mile distances on scenic singletrack. The event starts and finishes at Peninsula Campground in Pilot Hill.

Experience the hills of Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore with a flat 5K or hilly 10K and half marathon. All participants receive a custom medal and t-shirt with professional chip timing included for all distances.

Experience the coastal beauty of the Bay Area Ridge Trail with distances ranging from a 50 yard dash to a 50K ultramarathon. Runners enjoy expansive views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Experience a technical trail race through the scenic parks of San Carlos. Choose from four distances including a 15K long course and a dedicated kids run to support local trail maintenance.

Trail races in Huddart County Park and Purisima Creek Redwoods on April 18, 2026 offering 10K, half, 35K and 50K across technical single-track and fire roads, with chip timing, cupless aid stations, and significant elevation gain.

Trail running in Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve near Mt. Umunhum, offering routed out-and-back courses from 5K to 50K with marked trails, aid stations, toilets and drop bag service for longer distances.

A community trail event in Mariposa on April 19, 2026, with 5K and 12K courses starting at the historic courthouse. Aid stations and Search and Rescue support are provided, and children under 18 may participate for free.

Join the community at Feeney Park for the Mr Frogs Wild Run in Murphys California. Choose between a children's fun run plus five or ten kilometer courses featuring scenic neighborhood loops and a festive medal ceremony.

Join the SJVDHA for their annual Pacing for Prevention 5K, supporting oral cancer research. Walk or run a paved, scenic trail that welcomes strollers and dogs. Connect with health professionals and participate in wellness activities.

Trail races inside Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park range from a Kids Run to a half marathon on varied singletrack and paved sections, with marked courses, aid stations, and notable elevation gains.