Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Trail races at Malibu Creek State Park on August 15, 2026 feature a 50k and 25k through the Santa Monica Mountains with steep climbs, ocean views, multiple fully stocked aid stations, and an announced prize purse plus finisher medals.

A 50K ultramarathon in Marin County on August 15, 2026, running iconic Coastal, Miwok, Matt Davis and Dipsea trails with about 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Part of the USATF PA Grand Prix and offering a $10,000 podium purse.

## Conquer the Wall is an annual uphill running event at Snow Summit near Big Bear Lake. The one mile course rises about 1000 feet from a 7000 foot start and supports Big Bear High School cross country.

Experience the trails of Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. Runners can choose from distances ranging from a 50 yard kids dash to a 50K ultramarathon through scenic ridge lines and redwood groves.

Trail races on hilly mixed dirt and single track at Almaden Quicksilver Park with distances from 5K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag service for longer races, and mandatory course markings and cutoffs.

Two day 5K mud run in Moorpark, CA on August 15 and 16, 2026. The course includes 15 major obstacles, deep mud pits and rolling hills, with rinse stations and a Basecamp area featuring food trucks and music.

A five kilometer trail run along the Lands End Trail in San Francisco with views of the Golden Gate and the Pacific Ocean. The event lists a $10 entry fee, awards finisher ribbons, and requests no headphones or pets on course.

Oakland Cubs Back2School 5K and Fun Run on August 16, 2026 takes place at The Meadow in Oakland and raises funds for the youth running team and its scholarship programs. Distances include a 5K and a fun run.

A community run in Felton that includes a 10K through Henry Cowell Redwoods and a 1 mile kids race, with entry fees covering a pancake breakfast and proceeds supporting local community events.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K run through redwoods near Felton, CA, on varied single track and fire road with river crossings, marked courses, aid stations, chip timing, and a cupless hydration policy.

A map-based 5K and 10K in San Francisco where teams navigate checkpoints and answer multiple-choice questions, followed by refreshments at the finish.

A 13.7 mile trail race from Stinson Beach to Mill Valley and back on the Dipsea Trail. The annual handicapped event uses adjusted start waves and time cutoffs; 2026 marks the 56th running.

Experience the beauty of Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area with trail distances ranging from a 5K to a 50K ultra marathon through scenic pine forests and rolling single track.

Desolate Peaks is an unmarked peak bagging event in Desolation Wilderness near South Lake Tahoe. Runners navigate mostly off trail across talus fields and granite ledges on 11, 17, or 21 peak circuits with marginal support and a time limit.

The 21st Annual Martha Walker Wild Duck is a 5 km cross country race at Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside, California. It is the opening race of the 2026 Dirt Dogs XC Series and includes a race flyer and course maps.

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 two loop 4.15 mile cross country race on the fire roads of the UC Santa Cruz campus, starting and finishing at the meadow above the fire station and included in the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series.

A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.

A free, untimed 3 mile trail run for the local trail community with a grab bag of vintage ERS swag, limited to 250 participants and held near the San Dieguito Lagoon on August 26, 2026.

A night trail run on private ranch trails in Alpine, California, under reflective course markers. Multiple loop distances are offered, headlamps are required, camping is available and aid stations will be illuminated.