Trail Running calendar near Santa Barbara 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event in Malibu, California offering 100k, 50 mile, 50k, 30k and a half marathon on single track and fire road through the coastal Santa Monica Mountains.

A four-race summer series of open 5k events at Panorama Vista Preserve in Bakersfield from June 13 to July 25, 2026, with Youth, High School and Adult divisions, points-based scoring using best three results, and prizes for top finishers.

Tough Topanga on June 20 at Topanga State Park features 15k, 10k, a Junior 1k and an untimed Hiker's Delight on scenic singletrack and fire roads. Expect full aid, chip timing and a festive post race beer garden.

Tackle scenic 10k or 25k trails at Point Mugu State Park with Channel Islands and Boney Mountain views, chip timing, finisher medal and tee. Enjoy a post race festival with breakfast tacos and a beer garden.

Tackle scenic single track and fire roads in Malibu Creek State Park, with steep climbs, ocean views and canyon heat. Distances from 25k to 75k, prizes and age group awards, plus post race food, free photos, beer and sports massage.

Run a scenic mixed terrain 5K, 10K or Kids Mile over rolling hills at Thousand Hills Ranch in Pismo Beach. Stay for a family friendly festival with live music, local vendors, and fundraising for CCAF and 17 Strong.

A trail running event at Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park on October 17, 2026 offering Half Marathon+, 15K, 10K and 5K courses with rocky single track, a 500 foot tunnel on some routes, and multiple aid stations.

Trail races in Cheeseboro Canyon featuring runnable ascents, singletrack, fire road climbs and scenic sections. Distances include a 50K ultramarathon, a trail half and a 5K with stocked aid stations, finisher medals and post-race food and b..

Join the Third Annual SCTC 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving in Santa Clarita Central Park, a scenic hilly 5K with a 1K kids run. Support Santa Clarita Track Club as runners of all ages race for a great cause.

Island View Endurance Run returns to Goleta, California on December 4 and 5, 2026, with distances from 12K to 100 miles. Enjoy scenic coastal trails and multi day endurance challenges; registration opens April 1, 2026.

Take on the 68 mile Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains on January 16, 2027, with 13,600 feet of climbing and epic coastal views. Field capped at 200; solo entries require a prior 50 mile finish, relays of two to four welcome.