Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

TANRI Lake Race 2026 at YMCA Sequoia Lake features a 10-hour individual lap race, a 3-person relay on 5-mile loops, and a 10K single loop, with prizes, a hat and dinner included and a raffle for individual runners who complete eight laps.

A free community run and festival in Los Angeles on August 29, 2026 featuring a 4 mile group run, an expo with vendors and a raffle.

Trail race around Angel Island with a 10K single loop and a half marathon that repeats the loop, limited to 400 participants and includes a ferry.

A steep 4.75 mile up and down run, hike, or walk on San Anselmo's Bald Hill that finishes downtown with live music and a t shirt. The third annual event benefits local nonprofits and includes town endorsement.

The inaugural Apple City 5k at Pinto Lake County Park in Watsonville on 30 August 2026 offers a 5k on gentle, scenic trails and a kids 1k around the soccer fields. Half the event funds support the Pajaro Valley Education Foundation.

The 33rd annual Phil Widener Empire Open is a 3.4 miles PA/USATF cross country race at Spring Lake Regional Park featuring rugged trails and a $1500 prize purse.

Trail races in Pine Valley, California on September 5, 2026 offering 50 kilometer and 15 kilometer options. Both races have fixed cutoffs, marked trails with frequent ribbons, staffed aid stations, and specific rules for pacers, crews, and..

A community run in Tahoe Vista with a 5K and a 1 mile fun run across grass fields, paved bike paths and park trails. Parking and a participant hat are included, and proceeds support a park nonprofit.

A memorial stair climb in San Diego on September 5, 2026 honoring the 403 emergency responders of 9/11 and raising funds for FirefighterAid.

Experience the inaugural Colby Mountain Trailfest in Butte Meadows featuring scenic 5k 12k and 24k courses. Support local trail maintenance and search and rescue efforts while exploring the newest trail systems in Northern California.

A community running event at John Glenn High School in Norwalk on September 5, 2026, supporting Cerritos High School and honoring local history. Features a 3 mile in person and virtual option, a youth sprint and a high school invitational.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

Experience the natural scenery of Mount Diablo State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners can select distances ranging from 4 miles to a 50K with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Community races at Thousand Hills Ranch include a 5K, 10K and Kids Mile on mixed dirt and paved ranch roads. The event benefits Central Coast Athletics Foundation and 17 Strong and features a victory lap, festival, awards, and team competit..

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.

The 61st Mt Baldy Run to the Top on September 7, 2026 is a fundraising mountain trail race in the Angeles National Forest covering about 7 miles with 4,000 feet of ascent to the 10,064 foot summit, with proceeds aiding local services.

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 point-to-point trail run around Emerald Bay of about 7 miles (approximately 11 to 12 km). The single-track course includes granite steps and moderate climbs and finishes at Lester Beach with shuttle service back to the start.

Trail running festival in Mendocino Woodlands Park offering 10K, Half marathon and 6 hour and 12 hour timed events with camping and weekend food options.

A mountain based Tough Mudder at Bear Mountain on September 12 2026 offering 10K and 5K obstacle courses plus spectator and group options.