Trail Running calendar near Santa Barbara 2026-2027

A 5K run or walk with a 282 step climb at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City that benefits the Aztlan Athletics Foundation. Registration runs from 10/10/2025 to 12/31/2025 with a $45 fee.

A trail race in Malibu Creek State Park offering a **50k** with 5,511 ft climbing and a **25k** with 2,783 ft, stocked aid stations, a $3,500 50k prize purse, and series points toward the Bulldog Challenge.

Two day 5K mud run in Moorpark, CA on August 15 and 16, 2026. The course includes 15 major obstacles, deep mud pits and rolling hills, with rinse stations and a Basecamp area featuring food trucks and music.

Community races at Thousand Hills Ranch include a 5K, 10K and Kids Mile on mixed dirt and paved ranch roads. The event benefits Central Coast Athletics Foundation and 17 Strong and features a victory lap, festival, awards, and team competit..

An evening trail event in Topanga with a timed 10k featuring about 1,360 ft of climbing and a non-timed 4.5-mile Hiker's Delight, plus aid stations, post-race amenities and shuttle-only parking.

Bandit Ultra Trail in Simi Valley on September 26, 2026 offers 50K, 30K and 15K trail courses through Rocky Peak and Tapo Canyon. The event is based at Corriganville Park and includes multiple aid stations and varied terrain.

A trail event at Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 26, 2026 offering 10 km and 20 km distances. Non-base participants must show a REAL ID for base entry and all finishers receive a medal and a drink ticket.

Back On The Ranch Trail Run in Los Olivos CA runs October 2 to 4, 2026 and offers timed trail formats from three hours to 48 hours. The event is organized by AllWeDoIsRun, a promoter of California Central Coast trail events.

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Valencia will take place in Santa Clarita on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 miles.

Haunted Heroes in Valencia on October 4, 2026 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on looped trails with aid stations each loop; registration includes a finisher medal and free photos.

Trail running at Vasquez Rocks Natural Park in Aqua Dulce, CA with 13.9 mile, 15K, 10K and 5K race options on October 17, 2026.

Trail races in Agoura, CA organized by SoCalTrail, featuring a 50K ultra, a half-marathon and a short trail distance through Chesebro Canyon with varied singletrack, fire roads, aid stations and finisher medals.

A multi-distance trail event on the Gaviota Coast near Santa Barbara, California, featuring routes to Gaviota Peak and ridge views. Distances range from 12 kilometers to 100 mile with substantial elevation gain and on-course aid.

A rugged half marathon on Santa Cruz Island featuring oak canyons, five creek crossings, steep climbs and exposed ridge running. Organized by Ventura County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, proceeds benefit SAR charities and entry includes boat..

The Rock Cobbler Trail Run 2.0 at Rio Bravo Ranch in Bakersfield on November 7, 2026 offers three off road routes from about 6 to 26 miles with stocked aid stations, official timing, camping, weekend food, and mandatory trail gear.

The Pacific Trails California by UTMB will take place in Lake Los Carneros from Saturday 14 November 2026 to Sunday 15 November 2026.

The 30th annual Patagonia Salmon Run takes place in Ventura on November 15, 2026, as a 5K (listed at 3.14 miles). Online registration is required, the event aims for zero-waste, and a Patagonia store discount is available to bib holders.

A community endurance event in Bakersfield on 11/21/2026 where a 4.2 mile loop starts each hour. Participants can run one loop, repeat loops through the day, or attempt twelve loops for about 50 miles with aid and free parking provided.

A Thanksgiving Day community run in Santa Clarita offering a 5K cross country course through Central Park and a 1K for children. The event benefits the Santa Clarita Track Club and awards medals to the first 600 competitors.