Trail Running calendar near Sacramento 2025-2026

Run along the historic Western Pacific Trail at Quarry Lakes in Fremont on March 28, 2026, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options plus a remote runner category. Mostly flat dirt and gravel trails make for a scenic, friendly race for all pac..

Join a scenic, technical trail run along the American River from Overlook Park, with distances from a fun 5K to a demanding 35K. Expect rugged single track, big climbs, cupless aid stations, free parking and dogs on leash are welcome.

Run with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean on scenic trails in the Marin Headlands. Choose Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K on April 4, 2026 in a 400 runner field for an intimate coastal challenge.

Join the Diablo Trails Challenge on April 4, 2026 at Mount Diablo with distances from 5K to 50K on scenic but demanding trails. A portion of entry fees benefits Save Mount Diablo and race day photos and a BBQ add to the experience.

Run the classic American River Endurance Runs from Folsom to Auburn, featuring 50 mile, 25 mile and 10 mile trail races that finish at the Auburn Overlook. Scenic river corridor, on course support, and a festive post race atmosphere.

Run Angel Island on a scenic hilly loop with sweeping Golden Gate, Alcatraz and Bay views. Choose a 10K or a half that circles the island twice at the 35th annual event limited to 400 runners, ferry included.

Run scenic, challenging trails at Lake Sonoma Recreation Area with 100K, 50K and the women only Trail Sisters Half. The 100K is a Western States qualifier and courses feature big climbs, lake views and hearty aid stations.

Join the SPASM Lake Chabot Trail Run on April 11 for scenic loops around Lake Chabot with distances from 8K to 50K for every level. Enjoy rolling hills, color coded trails, tech shirts for pre registered runners and custom finisher medals.

Run scenic singletrack and fire road on Mount St. Helena and in Robert Louis Stevenson State Park at the Napa Valley Endurance Run. Choose 10K, half marathon, 35K or 50K for big climbs, limited aid, and sweeping vineyard views.

Outlands Endurance Races near Folsom Lake feature lakeside singletrack and sustained climbs on 25K, 50K and 50M out and back courses. Participants receive a hat, wood awards and a post race meal, with aid stations and drop bag support.

Enjoy springtime trails at Del Valle Regional Park with the Badger Cove Half Marathon, 10K, 5K or remote option on April 18, 2026. Scenic lake routes, chip timing, finisher medal and tee make it a great day for runners and walkers.

Run scenic trails around Annadel State Park in a community fundraiser with a half marathon, 10K and 5K. Celebrate Earth Day with cup free aid stations and help support Trione Annadel State Park and Sonoma County Parks Foundation.

The Canyons Endurance Runs will take place in Auburn from Friday 24 April 2026 to Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run between 25 and 161 kilometers.

Run the scenic 38th Mt Tam Wild Boar at Mt Tamalpais State Park on April 25 2026, choose the half marathon or 10K, and enjoy coastal ridge views and single track trails. Field limited to 300 so register early.

Tackle the iconic Miwok 100K through the Marin Headlands on May 2, 2026, where redwoods, ridgelines, and coastal views await. Limited to 400 runners, this supported trail ultramarathon blends rugged challenge with community and sustainabili..

Join Tails & Trails on May 3, 2026 in Windsor CA to support Dogwood Animal Rescue with a fun 5K, Dogwood Dash, or virtual option. Bring your pup for a dog friendly run and help animals in need.

Run from Stinson Beach into the towering redwoods of Muir Woods on a scenic, rugged trail with ladders, stairs and scrambling sections for an adventurous challenge. Limited to 300 runners, this intimate race on May 9 2026 offers marathon, h..

Run scenic single track and dirt roads around Lake Anza in Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley, with distances from a family friendly kids dash to a tough 50K. Pre registered runners get shirts, all finishers earn custom medals and aid stations..

Explore Napa's Skyline Wilderness Park on May 16 with 50K, 30K, half marathon and 10K trail runs through rim rock climbs and panoramic views of Mount Diablo, Mount Tam and Mount Saint Helena. Aid stations and on course support keep you movi..

Rimrock 50 Mile Trail Challenge in Napa invites solo runners and two person relay teams to tackle two scenic loops through Skyline Wilderness Park and nearby preserves. Expect staffed aid stations, on site camping, and hearty post race food..