Trail Running calendar near Santa Cruz 2026-2027

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mermaid Trail Run at Huddart Park in Woodside on November 7, 2026 features multiple trail distances, a timed 6 Hour challenge and a youth dash. The course is hilly, parking has a cash fee and a pancake breakfast follows the race.

Experience a scenic trail run around the Lake Chabot reservoir and hills. With distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon there is an option for everyone at this Castro Valley event.

This November trail run takes on the iconic slopes of Mt. Tamalpais, starting at Stinson Beach. Runners can choose from four distances, from a 10K to a 50K ultramarathon, all featuring significant climbs and views. The event includes chip t..

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.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Hellyer County Park with a trail race along Coyote Creek. Choose from a USATF certified half marathon, 10K, or 5K while competing for a chance to win a turkey.

Join a mostly flat and fast half marathon, 10K, or 5K in Fremont. Support the local food bank and earn a special connector medal by completing the Double Turkey Challenge over Thanksgiving weekend.

Escape the wrath of Krampus with this themed cross-country run in San Francisco or from anywhere. Choose from 5K, 10K, or a nine-mile course. All finishers get unique Krampus themed swag, including a woodallion and beer stein.

The Calero Trail Run (Winter) takes place on the trails of Calero County Park in San Jose. Runners can choose from a wide range of distances, from a 1-mile run to a 50K ultramarathon. The courses feature hills, single-track, and panoramic v..

The Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing will take place in San Francisco on Sunday 6 December 2026. You can run between 50 and 50 miles.

Run through the redwoods and pines of Sanborn County Park. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K on scenic single-track trails. Walkers are welcome and all finishers get a medal.

Celebrate the final day of the year with a trail run at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley. Choose between half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances with options for runners and hikers alike.

Celebrate the first day of 2027 by running or hiking along the scenic trails of Lake Chabot. Choose between a half marathon, 10K, or 5K while supporting the East Bay Regional Parks Campership Program.

Join a community run and walk along the scenic trails of the Tuolumne River Regional Parkway in Modesto. Support the Sole Support Sponsorship Program while completing a 5K course alongside friends and family.

Explore the redwood trails of Huddart Park across distances from 8K to 50K. The routes offer varied terrain and significant elevation gain, with full aid station support. All finishers receive a custom medal in this cupless event.

Run through the towering redwoods and lush ferns of Huddart Park in Woodside. This trail event offers multiple distances from a five mile race to a 50K ultramarathon plus a free dash for children.