Trail Running calendar near Salinas 2026-2027

An obstacle race weekend at Toro Park near Salinas on May 30-31, 2026, featuring a 5 km Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10 km Super with 25 obstacles, kids races and trail events across wooded, hilly coastal terrain.

San Mateo PAL's May 30, 2026 community event at Seal Point Park features a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, a free Wellness Fair, and a yoga option. Race entries include a t-shirt and finisher medal, and vendor booths 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.

An evening trail event at Dos Rios State Park near Modesto offering 3 mile and 5 mile runs on fire roads along the Tuolumne River. Free registration and an informal post run gathering with donations supporting park rangers.

The Toro Park Trail Run offers 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances on the rocky trails and dirt roads of California's Toro Park. The summer event features rolling golden hills and oak trees. It is held as part of a Spartan festival w..

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 5K and 10K fun run and walk each June at Hunting Hollow in Henry W. Coe State Park. The relatively flat dirt course runs through a wildflower-lined valley with oak trees and occasional wildlife, with proceeds supporting park projects..

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.

Live and virtual options at Lake Chabot feature 5K, 10K, and a half marathon with multiple aid stations, on-course nutrition, race apparel and a woodallion, post-race beverages, and a brewfest atmosphere.

A community Independence Day event at Sycamore Grove Park featuring a flat 5K on mixed paved and dirt trails and a 400 meter kids run for ages 10 and under. T shirts are included with race fees.

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.

A loop trail race from Lake Chabot Marina through East Bay Regional Parks with substantial climbing, offered as a 50K and 21K on August 2, 2026. Finishers receive a shirt, socks, and a medal.

A trail event at Sprig Lake Day Use Area in Gilroy offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon routes with substantial elevation gain; proceeds fund local running scholarships. Chip timing is used and the race is cupless.

Trail races on hilly mixed dirt and single track at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances from 5K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag service for longer races, and mandatory course markings and cutoffs.

A community 10K and a 1 mile kids race through the redwoods in Felton, California, starting and finishing at Roaring Camp Railroads. The event supports the local business and community association and includes a pancake breakfast.

Trail races at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on August 22, 2026, offering 10K, half marathon, and 30K on single-track and coastal-influenced terrain with river crossings, chip timing, aid stations, and a cupless aid setup.

A two loop 4.15 mile cross country race on the fire roads of the UC Santa Cruz campus, starting and finishing at the meadow above the fire station and included in the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series.