Trail Running calendar near Walnut Creek 2026-2027

Run scenic trails around Angel Island from a lively 5 mile loop to a challenging 15 mile climb up Mount Livermore, with custom medals and pre registered shirts. Ferries from Tiburon set the scene for a memorable island race day.

Run or hike scenic Skyline Ridge in La Honda, CA with 50K, 21K and 10K options across rolling ridges and forested trails. All entry fees support the Bay Area Ridge Trail so your miles help protect local open space.

Take the plunge or lace up for a 5K trail or 1 Mile fun run at the Greater Sacramento Polar Plunge & Runs to support Special Olympics Northern California. Join the fun, earn a commemorative medal, and cheer on athletes.

Run scenic trails at China Camp State Park in Santa Venetia with live and virtual 5K, 10K, and half marathon options on March 15, 2026. Expect technical single track, big climbs, and rewarding views for trail runners seeking a challenge.

Run iconic Marin trails under redwood canopy and along coastal ridgelines in the Marin Ultra Challenge. Choose 50 Mile or 50K routes through Mt Tam, Muir Woods and the Headlands for a rugged, scenic ultramarathon experience.

The Big Alta is a three day trail running festival in Marin County offering 28K, 50K and 100K routes that climb scenic ridgelines with sweeping San Francisco Bay views. Expect staffed aid, chip timing and lively post race vibes.

Run scenic single track trails, hills and streams at Bothe Napa Valley State Park in the intimate 300 runner Napa Valley Trail. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K and get a race shirt plus finisher medals for full and half.

Run peaceful redwood trails in Oakland with distances from a kids 50 yard dash to 50K ultras, plus family friendly 5K and marathon options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, stocked aid stations and springtime forest views.

Run a scenic 10K trail at Lake Lagunitas with roots, bridges and about 400 feet of climbing while supporting Evidence Action's Safe Water Now program. Limited to 100 runners, rain or shine, so register early for this feel good challenge.

Run a scenic half marathon through redwood woods and open hills at Skyline Ridge near La Honda, with ocean and Bay views and runnable rolling climbs. Proceeds benefit The Hatuey Project, with the director matching entries for double impact.

Run the Western Pacific on March 28, 2026 at Quarry Lakes in Fremont with half marathon, 10K, 5K and a Remote option. Enjoy mostly flat scenic trail and creekside routes on dirt and gravel, organized by Brazen Racing.

Limited to 400 runners, the Golden Gate Headlands Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K invites trail lovers to Mill Valley, CA. Run single track trails and fire roads with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay and Pacific.

Run scenic singletrack on Mount Diablo with distances from 5K to 50K, including a longer than standard Brazen Ultra half marathon. Funds support Save Mount Diablo and postrace photos and results are provided.

Run the scenic American River Parkway from Folsom to Auburn with 50, 25 or 10 mile options. Expect aid stations, a tech shirt and finisher medallion, plus a festive post race party with food and a beer garden.

Romancing the Island at Angel Island State Park offers a scenic half marathon or 10K loop with iconic Bay views. Limited to 400 runners, this intimate island race is ferry accessible and unforgettable.

Run scenic trails at Lake Sonoma near Healdsburg with 100K, 50K or the Trail Sisters women only half marathon that finishes at the Visitor Center. Expect big climbs, lake overlooks, strong aid support and a celebratory finish.

Run around Lake Chabot's scenic reservoir and rolling hills on April 11, 2026, with distances from a kids dash to a 50K ultra. Pre registered runners get shirts, all finishers earn medals, and well stocked aid stations keep you moving.

Challenge scenic, technical trails above Calistoga with 50K, 35K, half marathon and 10K options, several UTMB index races. Big climbs, remote single track and a custom finisher medal and race shirt for every finisher.

Join Badger Cove at Del Valle Regional Park on April 18 for a scenic half, 10K, 5K or remote run around Lake Del Valle. All finishers get custom medals and shirts, chip timing, and proceeds support East Bay Regional Parks camperships.

Hit the trails April 18, 2026 at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in La Honda for the Horseshoe Lake Trail Run, with distances from 5 miles to 50K plus a free kids dash. Enjoy Pacific and Santa Cruz Mountain views, single track terrain, st..