Trail Running calendar near Salinas 2026-2027

Experience the diverse landscapes of Monterey County with courses ranging from a family friendly 1 mile run to a 35K trail race through the Palo Corona Backcountry. Enjoy exclusive access to protected lands and coastal vistas.

Trail ultramarathons in Almaden Quicksilver County Park on May 9 2026, offering a 100K and a 50K with substantial elevation gain, course maps and GPX files, USATF sanctioning, aid stations, volunteer support, swag and a post race party.

The 24th annual Los Altos Hills Pathways Run/Walk is a trail run and walk on May 9, 2026 at Westwind Community Barn in Los Altos Hills, CA. Routes include 5 km and 10 km with course maps and past results available online.

Trailquake 2026 is a trail event in Saratoga on May 10 offering 5K, 10K and a half marathon through redwoods and pine forest, with local and remote entry options and finisher shirts.

The 42nd Annual Mother's Day Run & Walk on May 10, 2026 at Pinto Lake County Park in Watsonville benefits Pajaro Valley Shelter Services. Options include a 1K family run, a 5K run or walk, and a 10K run.

Run for Amma is a charity trail event on May 16, 2026 at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve near Los Gatos. Multiple distances from 10K to 50K are offered and all registration proceeds support UCSF cancer research.

A point-to-point Half Marathon on May 16, 2026 in Almaden Quicksilver County Park, running from Mt. Umunhum down to the Hacienda Entrance with 1,909 ft of ascent, marked ribbons, aid stations and a 5.5-hour time limit.

A Spartan obstacle weekend at Toro Park near Salinas on May 30 and 31 2026, featuring a Sprint 5 km with 20 obstacles and a Super 10 km with 25 obstacles. The course runs through wooded trails, rolling hills and coastal views.

A community 5K and 10K run and walk at Seal Point Park on May 30, 2026, paired with a free Wellness Fair and vendor area. Race entries include a t shirt and finisher medal, and team and yoga options are available.

A multi-distance trail event at Calero County Park in San Jose on May 30, 2026, featuring single track, dirt paths and hilly terrain up to 50K, with aid stations, free parking and drop bag support for the 50K.

Toro Park Trail Run in Salinas presents scenic trail routes through rolling golden hills and oak stands. Distances include a 10K, a half marathon and a 50K and the weekend also features Spartan obstacle races.

A trail event at Almaden-Quicksilver County Park on June 7, 2025 offering distances from 5K to 50K, steep climbs, marked courses, aid stations, and toilet facilities. The 52 mile race is not held in 2025 and is planned to return in 2026.

Experience the 42nd annual Lake Chabot Trail Challenge featuring a scenic half marathon loop and a paved 5K run. Enjoy views of the San Francisco Bay and Mt Diablo while competing for medals on chip timed courses.

Annual 5 km and 10 km run and walk in Hunting Hollow at Henry W. Coe State Park, on a relatively flat dirt road through valleys with late spring wildflowers and possible wildlife sightings. Proceeds support Pine Ridge Association projects a..

A multi-distance trail event at Fort Ord National Monument on June 20, 2026, with 50K, 35K, half marathon and 10K courses on varied single-track and fire roads. Chip timing, cupless aid stations, and a 350-runner capacity.

Experience the scenic trails of Lake Chabot Regional Park with a variety of distances including a 5k, 10k, and half marathon. Enjoy a lively atmosphere with a post-race brewfest and handcrafted finisher awards.

A community running day at Sycamore Grove Park on July 3, 2026, with a flat 5K on mixed trails and an untimed 400m kids run for ages 12 and under; parking is at Independence Park.

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

Experience a scenic trail run through ancient Coastal Redwoods and lush river canyons in Santa Cruz. Choose from multiple distances including a 50K and marathon with several river crossings.

Trail running at Calero County Park with multiple distances across single track and dirt paths, significant climbs, aid stations and free parking at the park.