Trail Running calendar near Windsor 2026-2027

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.

A trail running festival at Mendocino Woodlands Park with a looped single-track course through ancient redwoods, offering a half marathon, 10K and timed 6 hour and 12 hour formats, plus on-site camping and weekend food options.

Trail races in Tilden and Wildcat Canyon near Berkeley with 10K, half marathon, 35K and 50K options, aid stations every 5 to 7 miles, a cupless format, and a 350 runner capacity.

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.

Dick Collins Firetrails in Castro Valley features a 100k, a 50-mile race, and a marathon on Lake Chabot park trails. The event is UTMB Index and the 50-mile race counts toward the Pacific USATF Grand Prix.

JP's Backyard Ultra/Hike is a final edition event in Napa's Skyline Wilderness Park. Participants run or hike a 3.3-mile loop, choosing their own distance up to 33 miles. This free event is a fundraiser, with a suggested donation supporting..

Experience a trail half marathon on San Bruno Mountain featuring 2,400 feet of elevation gain and stunning views. Enjoy a scenic route with 93 percent trail coverage followed by a post race meal and finishers medal.

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

A roughly 12 mile loop from Mitchell Canyon to the Mount Diablo summit and back, with about 4,200 feet of elevation change. The course includes steep climbs via Eagle Peak and Bald Ridge and a five hour cutoff.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Sonoma on October 17-18, 2026 offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, marathon and 4-person relays on singletrack with substantial elevation and on-site camping.

A trail running event at Mount Diablo in Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offering 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K courses on hilly trails where mud and creek crossings are possible.

Trail marathon, half marathon and 10K in Bothe-Napa Valley State Park on October 24, 2026, limited to 300 runners. Single-track course with hills, streams and rocky sections; orange ribbon markings, one aid station, no headphones allowed.

Trail races in Redwood Regional Park near Oakland on October 24, 2026 include 10K, half marathon and 35K with significant elevation gain. The event uses chip timing, cupless aid stations and has a 330 runner capacity.

Support student programs and the Oakland Tech Cross Country team at Joaquin Miller Park. Choose between a five kilometer trail race or a one mile fun run through the redwood trees.

A trail race at Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley offering distances from an 8K and half marathon up to 50K plus a free kids 50 yard dash. The course loops the reservoir with marked routes, aid stations every 4 to 5 miles, and cupl..

Mt. Tam Trail Run offers 10K, half, 30K and 50K trail races at Mt. Tamalpais State Park with technical singletrack, chip timing, cupless aid stations, and a 500 runner capacity.

Quad Dipsea is a 28.4 miles trail event in Mill Valley, California, with about 9,000 feet of elevation gain. The route is an out and back to Stinson Beach repeated twice and includes aid stations at Cardiac Hill, Stinson Beach, and Old Mill..

Escape the wrath of Krampus with this themed cross-country run in San Francisco or from anywhere. Choose from 5K, 10K, or a nine-mile course. All finishers get unique Krampus themed swag, including a woodallion and beer stein.

Peacock Gap Trail Run on December 5, 2026 at China Camp State Park features 10K, half marathon and 30K trail races with coastal views and varied single track terrain. The event is cupless so runners must carry their own bottle or reusable c..