Trail Running calendar near Sacramento 2025-2026

Run the Cool Moon Trail Races in Cool, California on June 13 and 14, 2026 with distances from 5K to 100K on scenic singletrack and fire roads. Live tracking, chip timing, finishers get shirts and medals plus a 100K buckle and 50 mile plaque..

Tackle 100 miles in Cool, California on alternating lap loops through scenic singletrack and fire roads. Well marked with aid stations and crew access at the start, finishers earn a handcrafted Comstock Heritage buckle and medal.

Run scenic singletrack and river canyons around Downieville, California in the Lost Sierra Endurance Race with 25K, 50K, and 100K options. Rugged mountain trails, solid aid support, and a lively finish await.

Run a scenic loop from Lake Chabot Marina through East Bay Regional Parks with 50K and half marathon options. Enjoy staffed aid stations, race shirt, Skyline socks and a finisher medal on this well supported trail event.

Run the Redwood Summer Trail Run in Oakland on August 15, 2026, with distances from a kids dash to a rugged 50K through scenic Redwood Regional Park. Pre registered runners get a tee and all finishers receive a custom medal.

Join the new Mammoth Bar Trail Runs on Sept 6, 2026 in Auburn CA with Half Marathon and 10K on single track and double track trails. Expect steep climbs, thrilling descents and sweeping views of the American River Canyon.

Run Diablo State Park on September 6 for scenic single track and dirt road trails with distances from 4 miles to 50K, plus a kids dash. Big climbs, frequent aid stations and sweeping views make this a must for trail runners seeking a challe..

Run the Gold Rush Growler Trail Runs on September 19, 2026 at Granite Beach for scenic shoreline and single track trails with 5K and 10 mile options. Finishers receive a commemorative beer glass and ages 21 and up can enjoy a local IPA at t..

Autumn trail festival at Lake Chabot Marina in Castro Valley offering 100k, 50 mile and marathon distances through classic East Bay parkland. Expect challenging terrain, a friendly community vibe, and generous finisher swag for all distance..

Signal Peak Trail Runs on Oct 3, 2026 near Nevada City offer 50K and 24 mile out and back courses featuring technical, rocky terrain. The 50K adds a summit loop up Signal Peak with sweeping views of Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding.

Sunset & Cider Trail Races in Auburn CA this October offer 50K, half marathon and 5 mile trail options along the American River canyon. Finish with a commemorative cider glass and locally crafted pours from Ponderosa Cider.

Euchre Bar Massacre is a fatass style adventure run along the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the American River. Choose 25 or 50 miles, expect remote support, big climbing and rugged riverside trails for a raw endurance challenge.

Join the inaugural Champion Mine Trail Race on October 11, 2026 in Nevada City, CA with 13.1 mile and 5K routes weaving through towering pines, a historic swinging bridge and creekside views. Enjoy a finishers medal and lively small town ra..

Join the Heart of Cool Trail Run in Cool, California on Oct 17, 2026 for 5k, 10k or trail half marathon options. Family friendly and charity focused, proceeds benefit local youth programs and a heart disease camp scholarship.

Join The Rubicon, an informal fatass group run deep in the Sierra Nevada around Oxbow Reservoir. Choose from progressive 15 mile, 30 mile or 43 mile routes across on and off trail terrain with big climbs and water crossings.

Join the 25th Rio 100 and 5th Rio 50K at Beals Point in Granite Bay on November 7 and 8, 2026. Scenic Folsom Lake and Johnny Cash Trail routes, strong on course support, and festive food and beer create an unforgettable endurance weekend.