Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Run the Nature Made Great Race in Agoura Hills on April 11, 2026, with scenic trail and road options from a Chesebro half to a one mile fun run. Celebrate at the expo and post race party, earn a tech top and commemorative medal.

Join the unique Run with the Burros in Inyokern, CA, a pack burro race and trail run across scenic desert terrain. Choose from marathon, 18 mile, 10 mile or 5 mile courses while supporting local animal rescues and community causes.

Romancing the Island at Angel Island State Park offers a scenic half marathon or 10K loop with iconic Bay views. Limited to 400 runners, this intimate island race is ferry accessible and unforgettable.

Run scenic Lake Sonoma trails near Healdsburg with a 100K Western States qualifier, a 50K, and a women only Trail Sisters half. Expect rolling singletrack, lake views, on course aid and a memorable finish with a custom bottle of wine.

Enjoy scenic single track and lake views at Bedrock Valley Trail Runs, April 11 and 12 at Diamond Valley Lake Marina. Choose from marathon to stroller 5K plus gravel bike options, bring your own hydration and earn finisher swag.

Oriflamme is a 50K out and back trail race in the Julian and Anza Borrego Desert that combines sweeping desert vistas with steep canyon climbs and sandy single track. Limited to 150 runners, finishers earn a medal and technical shirt.

Challenge yourself on scenic Lake Chabot trails April 11, 2026 in Castro Valley with distances from 8K to 50K plus a free kids dash. Looped, well marked courses offer big climbs, frequent aid stations and finisher medals for all.

A women focused 10K in Auburn on April 11, 2026 featuring scenic trail loops, finisher shirts, age group awards and a raffle with four winners earning a trip to a women only running camp in Spain.

Take on Calistoga's scenic mountain trails on April 12, 2026, with distances from a spirited 10k to an epic 50k. Expect rugged single track, sweeping views of Table Rock and Mount St Helena, aid stations on course, and a festive finish on t..

Hit scenic trails at Ruth McKenzie Preserve in Clovis on April 12, 2026, with a challenging half that climbs Table Mountain plus 10k, 5k and kids races. Expect rugged single track, aid stations, finishers medals and a festive post race spre..

Yaya's Run in Ventura invites runners to a scenic beach path race at Surfers Point with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options. Join this memorial event for a morning of ocean views, supportive aid stations and finisher medals.

Badwater Salton Sea is an epic 81 mile team ultra from the Salton Sea to Palomar Mountain, gaining over 9,000 feet across desert roads and single track. Teams of two or three run together through extreme heat and wildly variable conditions.

Run scenic singletrack by Folsom Lake at Outlands Endurance Race in Pilot Hill CA April 18 2026 with 25K, 50K and 50M out and back courses. Includes a hat, wood awards, a post race meal and Sierra Ultra Trifecta credit for 50K and 50M.

Challenge yourself on scenic, rugged Southern California trails at the Leona Divide Races in Lake Hughes, with distances from 30K to a 100 mile Western States qualifier. Race day is April 18 with optional packet pickup the Friday before.

Run a scenic 5K on trails and roads through Ramona Wine Country with mud, hills and a choice of one or two loops, then stick around for a fun Beer Mile and wine tasting. Live music, pizza and proceeds supporting veterans add to the festival..

Join Badger Cove at Del Valle Regional Park on April 18 for a scenic half, 10K, 5K or remote run around Lake Del Valle. All finishers get custom medals and shirts, chip timing, and proceeds support East Bay Regional Parks camperships.

Take on rugged single track and sandy climbs at the Annual NATRO@NOLI Indian School Trail Races in San Jacinto, CA. Marathon, Half, 5k and Kids 3k distances, limited spots, with proceeds supporting Noli Indian School.

Run the Mendocino Coast 50K on April 18, 2026, and tackle scenic coastal trails, redwood groves, waterfalls, and ocean views. Finish on the bluffs above Mendocino Village for a breathtaking Pacific panorama.

Challenge yourself on scenic ocean view trails above Malibu at the Point Mugu Trail Run, with a half marathon and a 10k through Sycamore Canyon and up Fireline Trail. Enjoy a finisher medal, free photos and a post race beer garden.

Horseshoe Lake Trail Run features 5 mile to 50K options plus a free kids dash on scenic Skyline Ridge with Pacific views. Marked trails, stocked aid stations, and finisher medals make it a rewarding day for trail runners.