Trail Running Calendar California 2025-2026

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. Participants experience scenic terrain within the state park, known for its natural beauty and..

The Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing is an annual ultra running event held in San Francisco, CA, featuring 50K and 50-mile distances. Starting from Twin Peaks, the city's highest viewpoint, runners embark on a single-loop urban course that passes many iconic tourist spots.The race challenges parti..

The Keepin' It Rural will take place in San Marcos on Sunday 7 December 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

The Hark the Herald Half Marathon & 10K is an annual running event held at Angel Island State Park near Belvedere Tiburon, California. The race features a scenic, hilly loop trail around Angel Island, offering stunning panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Alcatraz Island, the Ea..

The Crystal Cove Trail Run, held at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach, California, offers a scenic and challenging trail running experience just minutes from the beach. The event features three distances: a 15K, a 6K, and a Kids 1K race. Both the 15K and 6K courses include fire road climbs, ri..

The Dixon Lake Trail Race, held annually at Daley Ranch in Escondido, California, offers runners scenic trail runs with distances of 10 miles, 10K, and 5K. Starting at El Caballo Park, the 10-mile course ascends to Stanley Peak, providing a stunning 360-degree panoramic view. Elevation gains range f..

The Doomsday 50K & Half Marathon takes place in Cool, California, offering runners two challenging distances: a 50K with 5,100 feet of elevation gain/loss and a Half Marathon with 1,250 feet gain/loss. Both races start together at the Cool Staging Area. The courses are scenic and hiker-friendly, wit..

The Folsom Lake Point to Point Trail Half Marathon is a scenic trail race held in El Dorado Hills, California, near Sacramento. The 13.1-mile course is predominantly single track (95%) with some dirt road (5%), running alongside Folsom Lake on the Southside Trail. Runners experience a mix of gentle..

The Summit Rock Half Marathon, held in Saratoga, California, offers runners and walkers a scenic experience through the redwood groves of Sanborn County Park in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K race, all featuring breathtaking single-track trails and..

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 Parkway. The event celebrates Hanukkah, t..

Placerville's Holiday Jingle & Mingle Run takes place on the scenic El Dorado Trail in historic Placerville, California. The event offers multiple race distances including a half marathon, 15k, 10k, 5k, mile, and a kids run, accommodating runners of all levels. The course features beautiful oak tree..

The Paramount Ranch Trail Runs, held in Agoura Hills, California, offer a variety of race distances including a 50K, marathon, 30K, half marathon, and 10K. Set against the scenic backdrop of Paramount Ranch, the event features well-loved trails that showcase the natural beauty of the area. The cours..

The Brazen New Year's Eve event, held at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California, offers runners and walkers the opportunity to participate in a half marathon, 10K, and 5K trail races. This festive race provides a scenic course through the trails of Lake Chabot, welcoming participants of all levels..

Brazen New Year's Day 2026 is a scenic running event held at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K race, all set on invigorating trails that welcome the first sunrise of the year. The event offers a festive atmosphere, encouraging runners..

The Auburn Resolution Run is an exciting trail running event scheduled for January 1, 2026, at Overlook Park in Auburn, California. This event offers participants a choice of distances, including a 5K, 10K, 10-mile run, and a virtual run option for any distance. It serves as a perfect opportunity to..

The Hacienda Hills Trail Run - Winter is a trail running event held at Almaden Quicksilver County Park near San Jose, California. It offers nine race distances ranging from a Kids Run and 1 mile to challenging ultra distances like 50K and a trail marathon, all featuring increasing elevation gain. Th..

The Lost Coast 55K is a challenging ultramarathon held in Humboldt County, California, starting at the Horse Mountain Creek Trailhead near Whitethorn. Covering 34.3 miles with approximately 6,500 feet of elevation gain, the course features a mix of rough backcountry gravel roads, quiet pavement, and..

The Del Dios Trail Race, known as the "Race of the Gods," is an annual trail running event held at scenic Lake Hodges in Escondido, California. The 11th edition features multiple race distances including a 50K, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, all set on dirt service roads and single-track trails. Elevat..

The San Diego 50 Mile & Trail Marathons is a diverse running event taking place in Escondido, California, featuring multiple race options including a 50-mile ultra marathon, trail marathon, marathon relay, heavy half marathon, and various shorter distances for all ages. The event emphasizes inclusiv..

The Coyote Hills Run takes place at Coyote Hills Regional Park, located at 9400 Quarry Road in Fremont, California, along the eastern shoreline of San Francisco Bay. This event offers multiple race distances including a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon, welcoming both runners and hikers. The park is not..