Trail Running calendar near Santa Rosa 2025-2026

Challenge yourself at the 39th Golden Gate Park XC Open on November 1, 2025 in San Francisco, a scenic two loop 5k over grass, dirt and rolling hills. The event hosts the USATF Masters 5k XC National Championship alongside competitive open..

Run through towering redwoods at the Oakland Tech 5 km fundraiser, with a 1 mile fun run or walk for all levels. Enjoy scenic trails while supporting Oakland Tech PTSA and the school cross country team.

Enjoy scenic redwood trails at Huddart Park with distances from 3 Mile to Half Marathon, plus a family Mermaid Dash for kids. Try the festive 6 Hour Challenge to see how many 3 Mile loops you can cover, or join virtually.

Join scenic trails around Lake Chabot on November 8, 2025 with distances from 8K to 50K and a free kids dash. Expect rolling hills, well marked routes, finisher medals and tech shirts for pre registered runners at the Marina.

Run scenic, technical trails on Mt Tam with sweeping coastal views and big climbs, then celebrate with food and drinks on Stinson Beach. Four distances from 10K to 50K welcome every level of trail runner.

The Golden Gate Trail Classic will take place in San Francisco from Saturday 22 November 2025 to Sunday 23 November 2025. You can run between 15 and 50 miles.

Join the Quarry Turkey at Quarry Lakes on November 29 for a fast, mostly flat trail 5K, 10K or half marathon with a free kids sprint and family friendly Thanksgiving costumes encouraged. Proceeds benefit Alameda County Community Food Bank.

Quad Dipsea in Mill Valley is a brutal but beautiful 28.4 mile trail challenge with about 9,000 feet of climbing on the legendary Dipsea Trail. Stairs, steep single track and ocean views make the out and back to Stinson Beach an unforgettab..

Run Krampus Cross Country in San Francisco live on Dec 7 or virtually Dec 5 to 8 with 5K 10K and the Naughty Nine Miler. All entrants get a wooden woodallion a Krampus tee and a beer sampler stein plus a brewfest on Dec 5.

Run anything from a 50 yard kids dash to a marathon at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont, CA on Dec 6, 2025. Enjoy a mostly flat, scenic Alameda Creek Trail course with pre registered shirts, custom finisher medals and aid st..

Run scenic Marin trails at China Camp State Park with 30K (19.5 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles) or 10K. Expect technical dirt trails, a small field vibe, and a cupless format so bring your own bottle.

Run the iconic Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing in San Francisco on December 7, a free grassroots single loop that winds past city landmarks and finishes at Twin Peaks. Choose 50 mile or 50K distances and help support Shoes For Runners.

Run a scenic, challenging loop around Angel Island with sweeping views of the Golden Gate, Alcatraz and San Francisco. Choose the half marathon or 10K and ride the chartered ferry to this intimate 400 runner event.

Experience the Woodside Ramble at Huddart County Park in Woodside CA, a scenic trail run through redwoods and ridge top manzanita. Choose from 10K, half marathon, 35K or 50K for a well marked, chip timed day with aid stations.

Ring out the year with Almost New Year's Eve at scenic Lake Chabot in Castro Valley on 12/27/25. Trail routes for runners, walkers and hikers include 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with free post race photos.

Start the year on scenic Lake Chabot trails with Brazen New Year's Day, offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and virtual options with timed results and free photos. Celebrate challenging trail miles and earn a commemorative medal.

Take on scenic, well marked trails at Huddart Park with distances from 8K to 50K plus a free kids dash. Stocked aid stations, custom finisher medals and challenging climbs make this a rewarding trail day for all abilities.

Explore towering redwoods and fern lined trails at Crystal Springs Trail Run in Huddart Park, with distances from a Kid's Run up to 50K. Pre registered runners get T shirts and all finishers earn custom medals on a scenic, marked course.

Take on the Pacifica Foothills Trail Run on January 24, 2026 at San Pedro Valley County Park. Choose 30K, half marathon or 10K across Montara Mountain single track for rugged coastal views, chip timed results and well stocked aid stations.

Join the 48th Jed Smith Ultra Classic in Sacramento on January 31 for scenic looped courses along the American River Parkway from half marathon to 50 mile. Boston qualifying course with long sleeve shirts and wooden medals.