Trail Running calendar near Rutherford 2025-2026

Run a scenic point to point trail half marathon along Folsom Lake, winding on single track through oak groves, grassy slopes and Sierra views. Expect technical sections, gentle rolling hills and shuttle service back to the start.

Experience a scenic loop around Angel Island with views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz at the 37th Hark the Herald, offering a half marathon and a hilly 10K. Limited to 400 runners, includes ferry transport and finisher swag.

Run among redwoods at the Woodside Ramble in Huddart and Wunderlich parks. Multiple trail distances, small field atmosphere and cupless eco focus so bring your own bottle for a scenic, rugged trail day.

Ring out the year with Almost New Year's Eve at scenic Lake Chabot in Castro Valley on 12/27/25. Trail routes for runners, walkers and hikers include 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with free post race photos.

Celebrate New Year’s Day with scenic loop races at Lake Chabot, from half marathon to 10K, 5K and remote options on rolling trail terrain. Enjoy free race photos and earn a New Year Mega Medal if you also ran Brazen New Year’s Eve.

Kick off the new year on the trails at Overlook Park in Auburn, CA with the Auburn Resolution Run. Choose 5K, 10K, 10 mile or virtual and earn a 2026 finisher medal for completing the course.

Run scenic shoreline single track at Granite Beach with 12K and 5K options, then toast your effort with a custom IPA glass and locally brewed beer for participants 21 and over. Enjoy post race food and age group awards in a lively community..

Take on rugged singletrack and big climbs at the No Hands Trail Run in Auburn CA on Jan 10, 2026, with distances from 8K to 50K to suit every trail runner. Enjoy friendly aid stations, cupless racing and a custom pint glass for 50K finisher..

Run through towering redwoods and fern filled trails at Huddart Park with distances from 8K to 50K plus a free kids run. Well stocked aid stations and scenic single track make this a perfect challenge for trail lovers.

Run through redwood and fern groves at Huddart Park at the Crystal Springs Trail Run on Sunday, January 18, 2026, with distances from a fun 8K and kids dash to challenging marathon and 50K ultras. Aid stations, custom medals and race suppor..

Run the Sweetwater Trail at Folsom Lake on Jan 24 with distances from kids run to 50K on mostly single track through oak woods and rolling hills. All finishers get a commemorative medal and aid stations support longer routes.

Enjoy scenic shoreline trails at Folsom Lake with the Gumby 5K or 10K on January 24, 2026. Expect a fun, challenging course on single track and groomed trails, plus finisher medals and pre order soft cotton shirts.

Explore twisty single track and coastal views along Montara Mountain at the Pacifica Foothills Trail Run in San Pedro Valley Park on January 24, 2026. Pick a 10K, half marathon, or rugged 30K and soak up lively aid stations and friendly tra..

The Golden Gate Trail Classic will take place in San Francisco from Saturday 24 January 2026 to Sunday 25 January 2026. You can run between 15 and 50 miles.

Run along the San Francisco Bay at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont with half marathon, 10K and 5K options plus a remote entry. Trails, boardwalks and paved paths make for a scenic, low climb course and walkers are welcome.

Run the 48th Jed Smith Ultra Classic on January 31, 2026 in Sacramento on scenic American River loops, with distances from half marathon to 50 miles. All runners get a long sleeve technical shirt and finishers receive a handcrafted wooden m..

Run scenic shoreline trails at Escape from Folsom Trail Runs on Feb 7 and 8, 2026 at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake. Choose a 5K or 10 Mile and earn a finisher medal while enjoying aid stations and lake views.

Run scenic trails along the Pacific and Marin Headlands with sweeping views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Distances range from 8K to 50K and include a free kids dash, making this a perfect coastal race for every runner.

Soak up San Francisco Bay views at Bay Breeze, a mostly flat road and trail event with half marathon, 10K, 5K and a remote runner option. Walkers and hikers are welcome on the scenic waterside course.

FOURmidable in Auburn CA offers rugged Sierra Nevada foothill trails with distances from 13K to 50K on Feb 21, 2026. Runner donations are matched to fund prize money and there is a bonus for breaking the 50K course records.