Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Trail running at Wildwood Canyon State Park on a 3.7 mile loop with about 600 ft vertical per loop; an eight-hour loop option and a 6K share the same course, with aid stations, vendors, a morning bluegrass band, and an after-party in Yucaip..

The Rubicon is a remote on and off trail backcountry foot race near Oxbow Reservoir, CA. It offers three routes from about 15 to 43 miles with substantial elevation gain and multiple water crossings.

A trail running event in Chesebro Canyon near Agoura, California offering 50K, a trail half marathon and a 5k on varied singletrack and fire roads. Aid stations, finisher medals, post-race tacos and a beer garden for ages 21 and up.

A multi distance trail event on the Gaviota Coast near Santa Barbara, with routes to Gaviota Peak and ridgelines. Distances range from 12 kilometers to 100 miles and proceeds support local trail maintenance.

A fall trail race at Sly Park on October 24, 2026 with a 100 runner cap, multiple distances around Jenkinson Lake, shaded single track and horse trails, two aid stations, drop bag support and a finisher medal.

Trail races near Pilot Hill, CA featuring a half marathon and a 10K on singletrack with creek crossings and views; the event is a fundraiser for the American River Conservancy and is limited to 175 participants.

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.

A multi-distance ultramarathon at Lake Perris featuring looped courses, significant elevation, on-course aid stations, group camping, pacer rules, and cash prizes for 100- and 200-mile podiums. The 200-mile race is noted as especially deman..

A Halloween-themed running event at Hellyer County Park with 5K, 10K, half and full marathon distances, youth divisions, a free kids' dash, a costume contest, certified half and full courses, aid stations every 2-4 miles, and cupless hydrat..

A timed trail event at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach on October 31, 2026, offering separate 6 hour and 4 hour options, on-site parking with a $15 card-only fee, and a registration deadline of Oct 28.

Trail races in Almaden Quicksilver Park from 5K to 50K over hilly dirt roads and single-track, with two staffed aid stations, drop-bag service for longer distances, and a finisher medal for all participants.

Trail race in the Pine Creek Wilderness on a wide dirt fire road with an uphill out and downhill return, offering a half marathon and a 10 km option and parking at Horsethief Canyon Trailhead.

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.

Trail races from Black Star Canyon near Silverado, CA, with marathon, new 25k, half and 10k distances; marathon gains 4,244 ft and multiple aid stations are located along the route.

Event Details The Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run is a trail race held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at Beal's Point in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, within the Sierra Foothills of California. Course Information The 100-m..

Join the 23rd annual 5k run and walk on the Santa Fe Trail in Tulare. Support local high school scholarships while competing for age group medals and overall trophies at Live Oak Park.

A trail event at Huddart Park on November 7, 2026 featuring multiple distances, a 6 Hour Challenge and a youth dash, with aid stations, chip timing and a post race pancake breakfast.

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..

Trail races from 10K to 50K based at Stinson Beach with steep climbs to Mt. Tam, technical trails, chip timing, cupless aid stations, and age-group and overall awards.