Trail Running calendar near Scotts Valley 2026-2027

A point-to-point 100-mile ultramarathon from UC Berkeley to Skyline High School in Oakland, featuring about 18,000 ft of elevation across ridgelines, redwood forest and lake trails; the 2026 race is sold out with a waitlist.

Experience a fixed-time event at Crissy Field with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in three six or twelve hour blocks as an individual or part of a team.

Annual 5K and 10K fun run and walk each June at Hunting Hollow in Henry W. Coe State Park. The relatively flat dirt course runs through a wildflower-lined valley with oak trees and occasional wildlife, with proceeds supporting park projects..

Trail distances at Fort Ord National Monument near East Garrison, CA, traverse rolling hills, fields of wildflowers, single-track, sandy hills and fire roads. Courses are newly designed and differ from the winter Fort Ord Trail Runs.

Live and virtual options at Lake Chabot feature 5K, 10K, and a half marathon with multiple aid stations, on-course nutrition, race apparel and a woodallion, post-race beverages, and a brewfest atmosphere.

A 10-mile trail race in Redwood Regional Park with single-track terrain, a timed 0.8 mile hill climb, age-based handicap starts, limited to 250 runners, and a team competition.

A community Independence Day event at Sycamore Grove Park featuring a flat 5K on mixed paved and dirt trails and a 400 meter kids run for ages 10 and under. T shirts are included with race fees.

A map based urban navigation run in San Francisco with 5K and 10K map courses starting at Ghirardelli Square. Teams of one to five use custom maps to find checkpoints, with refreshments and socializing after the finish.

A multi-distance trail event at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve on July 4, 2026, with routes from 5K to 50K over hilly single track and dirt roads. Two fully stocked aid stations support runners and time limits range from 1 to 9 h..

Experience a scenic trail run through ancient Coastal Redwoods and lush river canyons in Santa Cruz. Choose from multiple distances including a 50K and marathon with several river crossings.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K run from Stinson Beach into Mt Tam and Muir Woods, featuring steep climbs, technical single-track, marked courses, aid stations, and chip timing.

Timed trail races at Point Pinole on July 25, 2026 offer 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats on a 3.37 mile loop with shoreline views and eucalyptus groves. Solo runners and two or three person teams are accepted, and entry includes an all d..

Trail running at Calero County Park with multiple distances across single track and dirt paths, significant climbs, aid stations and free parking at the park.

A multi-distance trail event at Rodeo Beach in the Marin Headlands offering 50K, 30K, Half Marathon and 8K courses with coastal single track, significant elevation, ocean views, varied aid stations, and chip timing.

A historic trail 50K and half marathon around Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, featuring a large loop through East Bay Regional Parks with substantial climbing. Finishers receive a shirt, socks, and a medal, and podium awards are presented.

Trail races through redwood forests around Mt. Madonna with 5K, 10K, and half marathon options and significant elevation gain. Proceeds support a nonprofit scholarship program that funds youth trail running camp experiences.

Trail races in Lafayette on August 8 2026 include a half marathon, 10K and 5K through Briones Regional Park. All courses have hills and use electronic chip timing; finishers receive medals and shirts.

A 50K ultramarathon in Marin County on August 15, 2026, running iconic Coastal, Miwok, Matt Davis and Dipsea trails with about 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Part of the USATF PA Grand Prix and offering a $10,000 podium purse.

Experience the trails of Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. Runners can choose from distances ranging from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon through scenic ridge lines and redwood groves.

Trail races on hilly mixed dirt and single track at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances from 5K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag service for longer races, and mandatory course markings and cutoffs.