Trail Running calendar near Watsonville 2025-2026

Kick off 2026 on Lake Chabot trails with Brazen New Year’s Day, featuring scenic half marathon, 10K, 5K and remote options. Enjoy a festive trail vibe, free photos and the chance to earn a Mega Medal while supporting local parks.

Run scenic trails through Hacienda Hills at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances for every level, from kids runs to ultramarathons. Take in Bay Area views, use on course aid and day of race registration, and earn a commemorative finisher..

Join Hope in Every Step 5K in Modesto for a family friendly run or walk along the scenic Tuolumne River Parkway. Gear up with a teal event shirt, compete for awards, and help support local youth through Sole Support.

Run through redwood forests at Huddart Park with distances from a short 8K to a challenging 50K, plus a free kids dash. Expect scenic single track routes, friendly aid stations and a welcoming trail community.

Run through redwood and fern groves at Huddart Park at the Crystal Springs Trail Run on Sunday, January 18, 2026, with distances from a fun 8K and kids dash to challenging marathon and 50K ultras. Aid stations, custom medals and race suppor..

Explore twisty single track and coastal views along Montara Mountain at the Pacifica Foothills Trail Run in San Pedro Valley Park on January 24, 2026. Pick a 10K, half marathon, or rugged 30K and soak up lively aid stations and friendly tra..

Experience iconic San Francisco trails as Spartan Trail takes runners over the Golden Gate Bridge into the Marin Headlands. Distances from 15K to 50M make this coastal challenge a fitting finale for the Spartan Trail World Championship.

Coyote Hills 2026 in Fremont on Jan 31 invites runners to choose a half marathon, 10K, 5K or remote entry along scenic bayfront trails and boardwalks. Expect easy climbs, great shoreline views, free photos and community vibes.

Conquer scenic natural surface trails and the Mt Umunhum ascent at Trail Conquest Winter in Almaden Quicksilver County Park, with distances from a kids run to 50K. Race day registration, aid stations and a commemorative medal for finishers.

Experience scenic coastal trails at Fort Ord National Monument in Salinas on February 7, 2026, with 10K, 25K and 50K options. Marked routes, aid stations, live timing and finisher awards promise a rewarding day on the trails.

Tackle the Monterey Ultra 50 Miler, a scenic 50.7 mile trail ultramarathon around Fort Ord and Laguna Seca near Monterey. Expect technical dirt trails, big climbs and stunning coastal views in a challenging, well supported race.

Run scenic trails along the Pacific and Marin Headlands with sweeping views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Distances range from 8K to 50K and include a free kids dash, making this a perfect coastal race for every runner.

Join the JW House Hope Run at Vasona Lake Park for a scenic 5K or 10K that welcomes runners, walkers, and teams. Family and stroller friendly, this community event raises funds to support families facing medical crises.

Enjoy a scenic bayside run at Bay Breeze 2026 in San Leandro Marina Park on February 14. Choose a half marathon, 10K, 5K or remote option on a mostly flat route by the water, with walkers welcome and free photos.

Chabot Redtail Ridge Trail Run at Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley on February 21, 2026. Choose distances from 5K to 50K and tackle scenic, moderately technical trails with aid stations and finisher medals for a memorable day on t..

Tackle the scenic trails of Montara Mountain in Pacifica with distance options from a kids dash to a 50K. Expect challenging climbs and coastal views, pre registered runners get shirts and every finisher earns a custom medal.

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.

Run the Marin Ultra Challenge on March 14, 2026 from Rodeo Beach, choosing a rugged 50 Mile or lively 50K through Marin Headlands, Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods. Expect big climbs, technical single track and sweeping coastal views.

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.