Trail Running calendar near San Ramon 2026-2027

JP's Backyard Ultra/Hike is a final edition event in Napa's Skyline Wilderness Park. Participants run or hike a 3.3-mile loop, choosing their own distance up to 33 miles. This free event is a fundraiser, with a suggested donation supporting..

Trail running in shaded redwood forest at Sanborn County Park on September 27 2026, with 10K, half marathon and 50K options; steep singletrack, shuttle parking, chip timing and specific mandatory gear for the 50K.

Experience a trail half marathon on San Bruno Mountain featuring 2,400 feet of elevation gain and stunning views. Enjoy a scenic route with 93 percent trail coverage followed by a post race meal and finishers medal.

Experience the coastal bluffs of Santa Cruz at Wilder Ranch State Park. This event offers trail races on flat packed dirt with scenic views of Monterey Bay to support local youth and trail programs.

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

A trail race at Almaden Quicksilver County Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Courses are out-and-back, marked with colored ribbons, include aid stations and toilets, and the longer races reach Bald Mountain and Mt. Umunhum.

A roughly 12 mile loop from Mitchell Canyon to the Mount Diablo summit and back, with about 4,200 feet of elevation change. The course includes steep climbs via Eagle Peak and Bald Ridge and a five hour cutoff.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Sonoma on October 17-18, 2026 offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, marathon and 4-person relays on singletrack with substantial elevation and on-site camping.

Experience the trails of Walnut Creek at the Diablo Summit Stomp 2026 featuring 30K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K courses. Walkers and hikers are welcome to join this trail event at Castle Rock Road.

Join the Vampire Run in Roseville for a timed 5K or a 1 mile walk to support the bleeding disorders community. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with costumes, carnival games, and medals for all runners.

The NorCal Backyard Ultra presents two endurance challenges at Folsom Lake. Runners tackle a 4.16-mile loop every hour, with a main Last Person Standing event and a 12-hour Mini version. All participants receive custom awards, and the event..

Run through the lush single track trails and babbling streams of Bothe Napa Valley State Park. This exclusive event offers marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances for a maximum of 300 participants.

Celebrate Halloween with a trail race through San Jose Hellyer County Park. Choose from distances including 5K 10K Half Marathon and Marathon with costume prizes and certified courses.

Trail races in Almaden Quicksilver Park from 5K to 50K over hilly dirt roads and single-track, with two staffed aid stations, drop-bag service for longer distances, and a finisher medal for all participants.

Support student programs and the Oakland Tech Cross Country team at Joaquin Miller Park. Choose between a five kilometer trail race or a one mile fun run through the redwood trees.

A trail event at Huddart Park on November 7, 2026, featuring multiple distances from a youth dash to a 6 Hour Challenge, single-track redwood trails, aid stations, chip timing, and a post-race pancake breakfast.

Lake Chabot Trail Run in Castro Valley on November 7, 2026 offers distances from an 8K to a 50K plus a free kids 50 yd dash. The marked trail circles the reservoir with aid stations every 4 to 5 miles and a cupless policy.

Mt. Tam Trail Run offers 10K, half, 30K and 50K trail races at Mt. Tamalpais State Park with technical singletrack, chip timing, cupless aid stations, and a 500 runner capacity.

A November trail event at Rancho Cañada del Oro offering distances from 5K to 50K, with steep climbs, single track and two main aid stations. Runners should carry water and be aware of exposed terrain and rattlesnakes.

Experience a flat and fast trail race through the scenic Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont. Choose from a USATF certified half marathon, 10K, or 5K while enjoying views along the Alameda Creek Trail.