Trail Running calendar near South El Monte 2025-2026

Hit coastal singletrack at the Malibu Canyon Trail Races in Point Mugu State Park. Pick distances from half marathon to 100K and enjoy stunning ocean views and a rewarding trail challenge on June 6, 2026.

Run scenic trails in Griffith Park Los Angeles at the Trail Marathon Relay & 8K on June 7, 2026 with team relays, live DJs, food trucks, swag and medals. Enjoy varied terrain, free photos and a festival finish.

Join Phoenix Rising on June 13 at Griffith Park with distances from 5k to half marathon on scenic dirt trails. Enjoy custom finisher medals, goodie bags, free photos and videos, plus aid stations and stroller friendly routes.

Run the Old Zoo Half Marathon in Griffith Park, LA, on scenic, mostly flat trails with both a half marathon and 12K option. Limited spots after last year sold out, so grab your entry for a festive race, finisher medal and post race goodies.

Tough Topanga brings scenic trail races to Topanga State Park on June 20, 2026, with multiple distances on rugged singletrack and climbing sections. Enjoy a race tee, handmade medal, post race breakfast, beer garden and cash prizes.

Tackle the rugged Harding Hustle in Cleveland National Forest near Modjeska Canyon, with 50K, 30K and 15K trail courses on the Harding Truck Trail. Expect big climbs, summer heat, stocked aid stations and a finisher award.

Event overview Tough Mugu is a trail running event held at La Jolla Group Campground in Point Mugu State Park, 1 mile north of 9000 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265. The event includes the following race distances: 10k 25k The event..

Hot to Trot at Griffith Park Crystal Springs in Los Angeles offers 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon looped courses for runners and walkers, with stroller friendly routes and support for pacers and crews. Finishers get a custom medal, free pho..

Run scenic 5K, 10K or half marathon around Green Valley Lake with lake loops, forest trails and a steady climb to a sweeping viewpoint. Celebrate after with food, live music and community energy while supporting the Children's Forest.

Join Riley Park Trail Races on August 1, 2026 in Orange County for a scenic 3.3 mile loop with distances from 5k to half marathon and a six hour timed challenge. Run loops, test your limits and soak up a fun community atmosphere.

The Bulldog Ultra The Bulldog Ultra is a trail running event held in the Santa Monica Mountains at Malibu Creek State Park on August 15, 2026. Distances offered include: 25k Trail Run 50k Ultra 75k (listed in the event schedule) The cours..

Race the Los Angeles Sunset Trail Relay in Griffith Park with team relays, a 5K and kids run on scenic trails that showcase views of the LA River and Glendale. Enjoy live music, medals, finisher snacks and a festive finish line atmosphere.

Run the Ascot Hills Challenge 5K on scenic trails above East Los Angeles with sweeping views of Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood sign. Proceeds benefit Wilson High School fire and police cadet programs and help preserve Ascot Hills Park.

Angeles Crest 100 is a classic 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across the San Gabriel Mountains, featuring high alpine ridges and the climb to Mount Wilson. On October 3, 2026 entry is by lottery.

Celebrate SPACEROCK Trail Race at Vasquez Rocks on October 17, 2026 with 5K to 14 mile options across technical, rocky canyons and single track. Mark the 10th anniversary with rugged scenery, on course aid, and finisher swag and photos.

Challenge yourself on scenic trails at the Caspers Trail Races in Caspers Wilderness Park on October 24, 2026. Choose distances 10k to 50k and enjoy rugged singletrack, supportive aid stations and a festive finish line.

Take on rugged trails and big climbs at the Saddleback Marathon in Silverado, CA on November 7, 2026, with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K options. Scenic canyon routes, steep elevation and a true backcountry running challenge await.