Trail Running calendar near Ventura 2025-2026
We have found 37 Trailruns within 80 miles of Ventura. See below where and when you can find the races.
We have found 37 Trailruns within 80 miles of Ventura. See below where and when you can find the races.
The Great American Pizza Run takes place in Long Beach, California, at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, offering multiple pizza-themed distances: 5K (The Fast Slice), 10K (The Deep Dish Dash), Half Marathon (The Full Pie Half), 1-Miler (The Cheesy Mile), and a Kids Dash (The Little Mozzarella Sprint). The course..
Angeles National Forest Trail Race takes place in Mt. Wilson, California, with start and finish at the Mt. Wilson Observatory.The event offers two ultramarathons: 25K (about 3,500 feet of elevation gain) and 50K (about 7,000 feet), routed through the San Gabriel Mountains. The course is described as..
The Bandit Ultra Trail is a premier trail running event held in Simi Valley, California, at Corriganville Park. Set against the scenic backdrop of Rocky Peak's mountains and steep canyons, the race offers stunning views of sandstone boulders, oak savannahs, and diverse wildlife habitats. Participant..
Ascot Hills Challenge 5K is a trail race at Ascot Hills Park in East Los Angeles. The event features a 3.1-mile trail course described as the best in East LA, suitable for runners, walkers, and hikers. Participants enjoy views of the city, including Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood sign, from within..
Palos Verdes Trails 5K is a residence of ernie Howlett Park on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA, offering a 5K through Palos Verdes trails. The course features eucalyptus shade and well‑groomed horse trails over gently rolling hills, delivering a nature‑driven, invigorating experience. The atmosphere..
Back On The Ranch Trail Run takes place in Los Olivos, California, on October 3–4, 2025. This trail-running event offers a range of endurance formats: 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, 24-hour, and 48-hour options, allowing participants to choose their challenge level over the weekend. Details and registrati..
Mount Wilson Trail 5K Recovery Run is a road 5K and a Kids Fun Run held in Sierra Madre, California, at Kersting Court. The 2025 event moves to Saturday, October 4, featuring vendor booths at Kersting Court, a photo booth, and a beer garden to celebrate Octoberfest. The race aims to unite the commun..
The SPACEROCK Trail Race is an exciting trail running event held at the iconic Vasquez Rocks Natural Park in Agua Dulce, California. Scheduled for October 18, 2025, it offers multiple race distances including a challenging Half Marathon+ (just under 14 miles with over 3,200 feet of elevation gain),..
The Pasadena Trail Half Marathon, hosted by Pasadena Running Company, takes place at Hahamongna Watershed Park in Pasadena, California. This event offers three distance options: 5K, 10K, and a challenging half marathon. The half marathon course spans 13.1 miles with an elevation gain of 1,855 feet,..
Twilight's Last Gleaming Cross Country Challenge is a rare evening cross-country race held in Ventura, California. Now in its 40th year, it takes place on the last Saturday in October, except Halloween when it will be a week earlier. The course is notorious and punishing: the first mile climbs a cit..
No Name is an ultra trail race hosted by SoCalTrail, held in Cheeseboro Canyon at Cheeseboro National Park near Agoura, California. The event offers three distances: a 50k, a Half-Marathon, and a 5k trail run. The course weaves through diverse terrain: runnable ascents, winding singletracks, steep f..
No Name Trail Races is a SoCalTrail event held in Cheeseboro National Park near Agoura, California. The lineup features a 50K ultramarathon, a Half-Marathon, a 5K, and a Kids 2K, offering something for a range of abilities. The atmosphere is described as low-key and welcoming, a local favorite with..
The Santa Cruz Island Eco-Extreme Trail Half Marathon is a challenging 13.3-mile trail race held on Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park, California. Organized by the Ventura County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Upper Ojai Team, this rugged course features steep hills, creek crossings, a..
The Santa Clarita Trail Race is an epic trail running event held in the golden hills of Santa Clarita, California, specifically at East Walker Ranch in Placerita Canyon. Set in a historic area where gold was first discovered in 1842, the race offers stunning and diverse landscapes featuring challeng..
Griffith Park Trail Marathon, organized by KH Races, is held in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park, starting at the Merry-Go-Round Lot 1. The event offers multiple distances: 50K, Marathon, 30K, Half-Marathon, and 10K. The course is an out-and-back route weaving through the park’s trails, mixing single-trac..
The Rock Cobbler Trail Run is a challenging off-road trail running event held at Rio Bravo Ranch in Bakersfield, California. Featuring a tough course with roughly 26 miles (41.8 km) and 4,500 feet of elevation gain for the full route, and a shorter 13-mile (20.9 km) option, the run promises a rugged..
The 4 Mile Hill Challenge is a rolling, all-trail race held at Debs Park in Los Angeles, with the Audubon Center at Debs Park serving as the start and finish. The event features a 4-mile run/walk/hike and a Run4Paws (Love Your Pet) division, making it pet-friendly. The course starts at Griffin Avenu..
The Island View Endurance Run, held in Goleta, California near Lompoc, is a challenging trail running event featuring distances of 25km, 50km, 100km, and 100 miles. The course is primarily on trails and fire roads, offering stunning views of the Central Coast and the Channel Islands. Runners face si..
The Ray Miller 50/50 is a trail running event held at Point Mugu State Park in Malibu, California. Scheduled for December 6, 2025, the race offers three distance options: a 50-mile ultra, a 50K, and a 30K. The course takes runners through the scenic terrain of the state park, known for its natural b..
The Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers is an annual family-friendly running event held at Panorama Vista Preserve in Bakersfield, California. Participants can choose between an 8K race and a 2K Latke Loop Fun Run/Walk, both set on scenic trails along the Kern River beneath the Panorama Bluffs. The event ce..