Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

A trail race in Cleveland National Forest offering 50K, 30K and 15K on the Harding Truck Trail with substantial elevation gain, staffed aid stations, shuttle-only access at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary, and hot July conditions.

A fully supported trail running event at La Jolla Canyon in Point Mugu State Park offering 25k and 10k courses with marked routes, aid stations, chip timing, finisher medals, festival amenities and a $2,000 podium prize purse.

Multi-distance trail race in Griffith Park with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options on a marked, hard-packed dirt course; includes medals, free photos, aid station and free parking.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon and 30K on Mt. Tam and through Muir Woods, featuring steep climbs, technical single-track and ocean views near Stinson Beach.

A multi-distance event at Whittier Narrows on July 19, 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on marked out and back loops, with an aid station, medals, free photos and posted results.

A 24 hour loop ultrarunning event at Montgomery Waller Community Park featuring a 1.22 mile mixed-surface loop, multiple timed race options, on-course aid and campsite facilities, finisher medals and a $1500 purse for 125 miles.

A trail event in Downieville, California with 25K, 50K, and 100K options on mostly singletrack. Courses include multiple aid stations, substantial elevation gain, and specific equipment and pacer rules for the 100K.

Experience a unique desert night run under the Full Buck Moon on a scenic looped course. Choose between distances ranging from 9 miles to a 50k ultramarathon through manzanita groves and single track trails.

A scenic out-and-back trail run near McCloud with views of Mt Shasta. Distances include 10k, 30k and 50k, with stocked aid stations, race shirt, an after-race meal and a finisher medal.

Timed trail races at Point Pinole on July 25, 2026 offer 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats on a 3.37 mile loop with shoreline views and eucalyptus groves. Solo runners and two or three person teams are accepted, and entry includes an all d..

A 12.5 mile point to point mountain trail race on Donner Summit featuring four summits, ridge running, and 3,300 feet of elevation gain. Entry includes shuttle transport, raffle entry, and a finisher item.

Aztlan XC Classic is a 5K event in Elysian Park, Los Angeles on July 25, 2026, with youth and adult race categories and differing registration options. Proceeds support the Aztlan Athletics Foundation's camps and scholarships.

Trail running at Calero County Park with multiple distances across single track and dirt paths, significant climbs, aid stations and free parking at the park.

A trail run in Auburn on July 26, 2026 featuring 10.5 mile and 5.9 mile routes through single-track canyon trails, canal sections and dirt roads, with a tech shirt, finisher medal and post-race food and beer for those 21 and older.

A 135 miles invitational ultramarathon from Badwater Basin to Whitney Portal across Death Valley and three mountain ranges, featuring about 14,600 feet of ascent, mandatory support crews, checkpoint time cut offs, and a 45 hour course limit..

An evening trail event in Pasadena's Lower Arroyo Park offering 6K and 12K routes with chip timing and aid stations. The finish includes tacos and drinks and runners receive a commemorative shirt and wooden medal.

Scenic 5K, 10K and half marathon in Green Valley Lake with lakefront sections, forest service roads, aid stations and chip timing. Proceeds support youth environmental programs and trail maintenance.

Experience trail running in Orange County with several race distances ranging from a 5k to a 6 hour timed challenge. Navigate a scenic 3.3 mile looped course with multiple early bib pickup options available.

A trail race in the Marin Headlands with 8K, half, 30K and 50K options along coastal single-track and fire roads, marked courses, cupless aid stations, and a 350 runner capacity.

A multi-loop trail marathon near Soda Springs, CA covering about 26.4 miles and 4,300 ft of gain across Royal Gorge land, with a central aid station, solo and relay options, parking at Soda Springs Ski Resort, and shuttle service to the aid..