Trail Running calendar near San Gabriel Mountains 2026-2027

Machete Muertos 200 The Machete Muertos 200 is an ultramarathon event held at Lake Perris in Perris, California, from October 28 to November 1, 2026. It is associated with a Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration. The event offers..

The Saddleback Marathon is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Silverado, California. It is held in the Trabuco District, with the race being rerouted to start from Black Star Canyon Road. The event offers four race d..

Run a trail half-marathon or 10K on scenic Catalina Island, starting in Avalon. The courses feature climbs, ocean views, and pass historic landmarks. A shorter kids run is also available.

A Thanksgiving tradition in Santa Clarita Central Park. Choose between a hilly 5K cross country course or a 1K event for younger participants. Proceeds benefit local youth track and field programs.

Experience a Thanksgiving tradition in the Santa Monica Mountains with trail races featuring coastal views. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with a taco breakfast, beer garden, and distances ranging from a 5k hike to a competitive half marathon.

Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with a scenic 5K or 10K run along Huntington Beach to fund clean water projects for communities in need around the world.

A 28k trail run in Fremont Canyon at Irvine Regional Park featuring about 3800 feet of elevation change and four aid stations. The course runs on fire roads, is cupless, and participants are asked to carry personal hydration.

Experience the coastal beauty of Point Mugu State Park in Malibu. Choose between 50 mile, 50K, and 30K trail distances at this popular California endurance event.

A last person standing race in Yucaipa, CA, where runners complete 4.16-mile loops until only one remains. The event, scheduled for December 2026, features a Krampus-themed challenge of endurance.

The Crystal Cove Trail Run concludes the 2026 SoCalTrail season with 15K, 6K, and kids' races on the scenic trails of Orange County. Runners receive a shirt, medal, breakfast, and access to a beer garden. The event features significant awar..

The Backbone Trail Ultra is a 68 mile run along the entire Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains. Solo runners need prior 50 mile experience, while relay teams do not. The event is limited to 200 participants.

Event Overview This event takes place in Griffith Park, Los Angeles. It offers several trail run and hike distances. The start/finish location is on a fire road just north of the Old Zoo. Distances Participants can choose from the following..

Tackle scenic trails in Griffith Park with routes offering iconic views of the Hollywood Sign. Choose from an 8-mile hike, an 8K, a 5K, or a kids' run. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a t-shirt.