Trail Running calendar near Santa Maria 2026-2027

A trail run at La Cuesta Ranch near San Luis Obispo offering 10 km, 20 km, and 30 km looped courses on dirt trails with aid stations, finisher awards, and onsite camping and parking options.

Santa Barbara Nine Trails presents two endurance runs in Santa Barbara, CA on March 14, 2026, with 35-mile and 17-mile options. Waitlist registration is open and entries await USFS permit approval.

A 35 mile endurance run in Santa Barbara on March 14, 2026, traversing steep, rocky, technical trails with over 10,000 feet of vertical gain and limited support. A shorter half course of about 17 to 18 miles is also offered.

Coyote Two Moon is a challenging multi distance trail running weekend in Ojai, California, May 1 to 3, 2026, with options from 10K to a rugged 100 mile featuring massive climbing. Field is limited to 150 runners so sign up early.

A multi distance ultramarathon in Los Olivos CA on May 16, 2026 offering races from 10 mile to 100 mile plus 3 day and 4 day options. Registration for 2026 opens December 1, 2025.

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 two day trail running and camp event in Bradley CA on September 18 and 19, 2026. It features 48 hour and 24 hour timed formats plus 20 km and 10 km trail races.

Join the Tierra Redonda Mountain Trail Run at Smith Ranch in Bradley on September 19, 2026, with 48 hour, 24 hour and looped 20 km, 10 km and 5 km options on rugged dirt trails. Camp under the stars, enjoy bonfires, live music and finisher..

The Rancho Ramble Trail Run will take place in Santa Margarita on Sunday 1 November 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 kilometers.

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.