Sacramento
Trail Running Calendar near Sacramento 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sacramento for 2026-2027! We've gathered 27 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A trail 5K and 10K at Granite Beach for runners with or without dogs, featuring shaded single-track trails, mid-course aid stations, finisher medals and dog bandanas.
NorCal Spartan Event Weekend at Mahon Ranch features a Super 10K, a Sprint 5K, kids races across two days, and spectator access in Elk Grove, California.
September 2026
An annual stadium stair climb and memorial walk at UC Davis Health Stadium honoring 9/11 first responders, with proceeds supporting the UC Davis Police Emergency Scholarship.
Trail runs at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake with new 10 mile and 5K courses, aid stations, age group awards, a finisher beer glass and a postrace meal.
Rebels XC Challenge in Carmichael, CA on September 19, 2026 features Women's, Masters Men's and Open Men's races; entry fee $30 and registration closes Sep 18.
October 2026
Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.
A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.
A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.
An endurance event at Beals Point, Granite Bay featuring hourly 4.16 mile laps until one runner remains, plus a 12 hour Mini Last Person Standing option. Aid is available at the start area and runners may set personal aid stations.
A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.
Experience a unique map adventure through the decorated streets of East Sacramento. Choose a 5k or 10k course and solve checkpoint challenges solo or in a team of up to five people.
November 2026
Trail races at Beal's Point near Folsom Lake offering a 100 mile and a 50K course with major elevation, stocked aid stations, drop bag and pacer rules.
Trail event in El Dorado Hills with distances from 5K to trail marathon on mostly single-track dirt, rolling hills, a creek crossing, marked aid stations, and enforced time limits; finishers receive a medal.
A Thanksgiving Day trail event at Beals Point offering 5k and 10k courses plus a free 1k kids run for under-6s. The race supports Folsom's Hope, features one aid station, and requires runners to bring a cup or bottle.
December 2026
A point to point half marathon on the Southside Trail at Folsom Lake featuring mostly single track, an overall ascent of 1,683 ft, multiple aid stations and a 4.5 hour time limit, starting at Salmon Falls and finishing at Brown’s Ravine.
January 2027
A New Year event at Granite Beach featuring a 2 mile run 5 mile bike 2 mile run duathlon and a 5K trail run with lake views. Awards include overall champions and age group prizes.
Two scenic trail races along Folsom Lake on January 9, 2027, offering a 12K and 5K on single-track trails, post-race local beer for athletes over 21, commemorative items, hot food and age-group awards.
Trail races on single-track trails around Folsom Lake with distances from a kids run to 50K, marked routes and staffed aid stations; parking is paid and dogs are not allowed on course.
Trail 10K and 5K at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake on January 23, 2027 with aid stations, finisher medals, pre-order shirts and age group awards.
February 2027
Escape from Folsom on February 6, 2027 at Granite Beach offers a 10 mile and a 5K on scenic trails beside Folsom Lake. Aid stations supply water and fuel and every finisher receives a custom medal.