Trail Running calendar near Santa Monica State Beach 2026-2027

The Run4Kids Ultra Running Party features a wide range of distances and timed events, from a half marathon to a 24-hour ultra. The event raises funds for youth running programs. It takes place in Corona, California.

Leona Divide is a multi-distance trail event in Lake Hughes, CA on April 18, 2026, featuring 100 mile, 100k, 50 mile, 50k and 30k races. The 100 mile and 100k serve as Western States 100 qualifiers with published qualifying times.

Coastal trail racing at Point Mugu State Park with a 13.4 mile half marathon and a 6.9 mile 10k featuring ocean view switchbacks, finisher medals, free race photos, a 21 plus beer garden and post race amenities.

Timed trail event at Carbon Canyon Regional Park in Brea, California. Runners choose 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour divisions on a 2 mile loop through the redwood grove with aid stations and finisher items.

A lap-format trail event at Lake Perris offering 10K, 50K and 100K distances with substantial elevation, aid stations, group tent camping, and a pacer option for 100K runners after two laps.

Las Virgenes Canyon Ultra Trail Races on April 25, 2026 in Woodland Hills, CA offers distances from 6K to 100K on rugged trails with climbs and open views. Aid stations are fully supported, the event is cupless and there are food and awards..

Test your speed and navigation skills in this unsanctioned 4+ mile race through Chino Hills. Navigate four checkpoints across gravel and trail terrain to compete for cash prizes in a format where you choose your own route.

A 13.5-mile trail race on fire roads and single track in Limestone Canyon with 2,719 feet of elevation gain, two aid stations, cupless policy, and limited packet pickup options.

Celebrate the 14th anniversary of Aut2Run at CSU Channel Islands with distances from a 1 Mile Run to a 15K Hero Run. Support the local autism community through this inclusive event featuring both trail and road courses.

Support youth programs while running or walking through beautiful Griffith Park. This community trail event features a 5K course for all ages and offers medals and t-shirts to the first 500 participants.

A multi-distance trail event in Los Padres National Forest near Ojai, CA, on May 1 to 3, 2026, offering distances up to 100 miles with large elevation gains and a 150-entry limit; qualifying requirements apply for the longer races.

This trail race in Santa Clarita's historic Placerita Canyon offers a wide range of distances, from a 5K to a 120K ultramarathon. The course travels through the golden hills of the East Walker Ranch Open Space, featuring singletrack trails..

A family-friendly, non-competitive 5K trail run/walk and 1 mile walk at Elysian Park in Los Angeles on May 2, 2026. Proceeds support CurePSP’s work on PSP, CBD and MSA; post-event food, lawn games and music are planned.

An annual 10K trail event in Glendale with a climb to 2,536 feet and panoramic views of the L.A. Basin and San Gabriel Mountains. Produced by the City of Glendale and benefiting the Glendale Parks and Open Space Foundation.

Experience the scenic trails of Crystal Cove State Park in this coastal run featuring 50K, 25K, and 5K distances to support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation.

Singletrack Stampede on May 9, 2026 in Calabasas CA offers 10k and 22k trail races through varied canyon terrain, included race photography and breakfast, and a $500 course record bonus for the 22k.

A trail running event at O'Neill Regional Park on May 16, 2026, routed through Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons among oak and sycamore trees. Parking is five dollars and optional bib pickup is available at Fleet Feet Laguna Niguel or at the rac..

Run along the iconic LA River Path in Canoga Park with a fun, 80s martial arts theme. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, or join virtually. Expect themed music, costumes, and a finisher's medal.

A multi-distance loop race on a flat, one-mile dirt and grass loop at a private ranch in Riverside. Options run from 3-hour events to a 100-mile race, with camping, relay teams, and event awards.

A mountain trail race in Sierra Madre on May 23, 2026 featuring an 8.6 mile out-and-back course from Kersting Court to Orchard Camp, a Kids Fun Run, and community-led trail repair efforts supported by the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund.