Trail Running calendar near Walnut Creek 2026-2027

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

A 4.15 miles, two loop cross country race on the fire roads of the upper UC Santa Cruz campus on August 23, 2026. The event is part of the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series and has limited nearby parking.

Obstacle race weekend at Mahon Ranch near Elk Grove on Aug 29-30, 2026 with Sprint, Super and Kids races, team entry options, and service member discounts.

Trail races at Huddart Park, King's Mountain and Bear Gulch offer measured distances from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K, with fees listed per distance and registration opening November 11, 2025.

Island loop races at Angel Island State Park with sweeping bay views; a 10K single loop and a Half Marathon that does two loops, limited to 400 participants and requiring ferry transport.

A steep 4.75 mile up and down run, hike, or walk on San Anselmo's Bald Hill that finishes downtown with live music and a t shirt. The third annual event benefits local nonprofits and includes town endorsement.

The inaugural Apple City 5k at Pinto Lake County Park in Watsonville on 30 August 2026 offers a 5k on gentle, scenic trails and a kids 1k around the soccer fields. Half the event funds support the Pajaro Valley Education Foundation.

A PA/USATF cross country race of 3.4 miles at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa on August 30, 2026. The 33rd annual Empire Open features rugged dirt trails, three races including a masters division, and a $1,500 prize purse for USATF..

Multi-distance trail event at Mount Diablo offering races from 4 miles to a 50K plus a free kids dash. Mountainous routes have significant elevation gain, marked courses, staffed aid stations, and a cupless hydration policy.

A 6.45 miles trail race in Annadel State Park organized by the Empire Runners Club, held in early September with staggered age and gender starts, limited to 100 runners and awards for the top 13 finishers.

Experience the trails of China Camp State Park with a selection of distances including a 5K 10K and Half Marathon. Participants enjoy a post race festival with beer steins custom medals and local snacks.

Trail running at Tilden Regional Park in Berkeley with 50K, 35K, half marathon, and 10K options; aid stations appear every 5 to 7 miles and the event is cupless so participants carry their own bottle or reusable cup.

Trail races at Stevens Creek Reservoir in Cupertino on September 12, 2026 include a half marathon, an 11K, and a charity 2.5 mile Lollipop Loop. Courses use shaded single track and ridge views with aid stations and a post race BBQ.

A trail running event at Calero County Park offering distances from a kids run to a 50K across single-track and dirt roads, with named aid stations, drop bag support, bib color assignments, and time limits for longer races.

Trail runs at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake with new 10 mile and 5K courses, aid stations, age group awards, a finisher beer glass and a postrace meal.

Trail running event in Las Trampas Wilderness on September 19, 2026, offering a half marathon, 10K and 5K with hilly trail terrain and scenic vistas. Remote participation options and a parks campership fundraiser are included.

A trail 5K at San Pedro Valley Park on September 20, 2026, with a kids run and member picnic. The course features an uphill switchback first mile, scenic mid-mile views, and a flat fast final mile.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Chabot Regional Park offering a Bay Ridge 100k, Firetrails 50 mile, and Golden Hills Marathon with UTMB Index status, published time limits, and finisher awards.

An ultramarathon and hike at Skyline Wilderness Park featuring a 3.3 mile loop with 550 plus feet of climbing and flexible 1 to 10 loop options. On-site awards, a raffle and a silent wine auction support the Pheo Para Alliance.

Trail running in shaded redwood forest at Sanborn County Park on September 27 2026, with 10K, half marathon and 50K options; steep singletrack, shuttle parking, chip timing and specific mandatory gear for the 50K.