Trail Running calendar near Sacramento 2025-2026

The Golden Gate Trail Classic will take place in San Francisco from Saturday 22 November 2025 to Sunday 23 November 2025. You can run between 15 and 50 miles.

Darrington Single Track Trail Challenge is a multi-distance trail-run event held in Pilot Hill, California, near Sacramento. Participants can choose from four distances: 36 Miler, 18 Miler, 10K, and 5K. The race traces a single-track route along the shores of Folsom Lake, featuring stony dirt paths..

The Wild Turkey is a Thanksgiving Day trail race scheduled for November 27, 2025 in Granite Bay, California (Beals Point / 9704 Auburn Folsom Rd, Granite Bay, CA 95746). The event includes the following distances: 5k 10k 1 km kids run (free) Adult registration is listed at $41.28 (includes a $3.2..

Quad Dipsea is an ultramarathon held in Mill Valley, California, starting at Old Mill Park. The event features four grueling laps along the Dipsea Trail to Stinson Beach and back, totaling roughly 28 miles with about 9,000 feet of elevation gain. Runners confront famous climbs and rugged terrain, in..

Quarry Turkey, held at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont, California, is Brazen Racing’s Thanksgiving weekend event featuring a fast, mostly-flat half marathon, 10K, and 5K through scenic Quarry Lakes trails. It welcomes walkers and families for a festive, turkey-themed atmosphere, wi..

The Krampus Cross Country is a festive running event held in San Francisco, California, featuring live and virtual options. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5K, 10K, or the challenging Naughty Nine Miler. The live races start at the Ecology Trail Head at the end of Barnard Avenue, wit..

ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Fremont, CA at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area (Ensenada Pavilion). The event includes multiple distance options: 5K 10K Half Marathon 30K Marathon 5K (12 yo & under) 5K (13 - 17 yo) 10K (12 yo & under) 10K (13 -..

The Peacock Gap Trail Run is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at China Camp State Park and Harry Barbier Memorial Park in San Rafael, CA. The event offers three distances: 30K - 19.5 miles, 2,735 ft elevation gain Half Marathon - 13.1 miles, 1,800 ft elevation gain 10K - 6.3 miles, 1,140..

Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing in San Francisco is an urban ultramarathon offering 50K or 50 miles. Located in San Francisco, the single-loop course starts and finishes atop Twin Peaks, with the city spread out beneath.The 50K route is about 99% city streets; the 50-mile option includes some tra..

Folsom Lake Point to Point Trail Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in El Dorado Hills, California, along the south shore of Folsom Lake. The course is predominantly single-track (about 95%) with some dirt-road sections, featuring rolling hills, technical segments, and scenic views of Fols..

Doomsday is a two-distance endurance event in Cool, California, offering a 50K and a Half Marathon on a beautifully scenic, backcountry-style course. The 50K features about 5,100 feet of elevation change with a 9.5-hour cutoff, while the Half Marathon covers roughly 1,250 feet of gain/loss and a 5-h..

2025 Hark the Herald Half Marathon & 10K, the 37th annual edition, takes place at Angel Island State Park, Belvedere Tiburon, California. The Half Marathon is two loops on a hilly trail; the 10K is a single loop. The event is limited to 400 participants, creating an intimate atmosphere with panorami..

Placerville's Holiday Jingle & Mingle Run takes place on the scenic El Dorado Trail in historic Placerville, California. This festive event offers multiple race distances including a half marathon, 15K, 10K, 5K, mile, and a kids run, accommodating runners of all ages and abilities. The course featur..

Brazen Racing’s Almost New Year’s Eve is a trail-running event at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. Runners may choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, with hikers and walkers welcome. The race navigates Lake Chabot’s scenic trails, delivering a festive, outdoor atmosphere as participants c..

The Auburn Resolution Run is a trail running event held at Overlook Park in Auburn, California. Scheduled for January 1, 2026, it offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, 10 miles, and a virtual run option for any distance. This event provides a refreshing and adventurous way to start the N..

Brazen New Year's Day 2026 takes place at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. Runners can choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K on Lake Chabot’s scenic trails. The course loops around the lake and is described as scenic and invigorating, offering a family-friendly atmosphere as participants..

The IPA Beer Trail Runs, held at Granite Beach in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, offer two scenic trail race options: a 5K and a 12K along well-marked single-track paths with beautiful lake views. The event combines challenge and fun, culminating in a festive atmosphere where runners over 21 can..

Hope in Every Step 5K takes place on January 10, 2026 in Modesto, California. The event is a 5K run/walk on a 3.1-mile course using the trails at East La Loma Park, located at 2001 Edgebrook Drive, Modesto, CA 95355. Proceeds and donations from the event will benefit the Sutter Pediatrics Departmen..

The No Hands Trail Run takes place on January 10, 2026 at American River Overlook Park in Auburn, California. The event offers multiple distances and has a total capacity of 400 runners. Races are professionally chip timed using MyLaps and Race Director; disposable chips attach to the back of each..

Folsom Lake Sweetwater Trail Run takes place at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, Salmon Falls Parking Lot in El Dorado Hills, California. The event offers eight distances: Kids Run, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 9 Mile, Half Marathon, 30K, Trail Marathon, and 50K. The course is 95% single-track with 5% dirt ro..