Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Celebrate Mother's Day on May 10th with a family-friendly run or walk. The event, held at Pinto Lake County Park, features a 1K kids run, 5K, and 10K. Your participation benefits Pajaro Valley Shelter Services.

Experience high altitude obstacle racing at Big Bear Mountain Resort featuring steep climbs and over 1200 feet of descent. Conquer the Sprint, Super, or Beast distances to earn your Trifecta qualification in the San Bernardino National Fore..

Trail races at Skyline Wilderness Park near Napa offering 50K, 30K, 21K and 10K on routes with Rim Rock climbs and wide valley views. Aid stations are touchless and the event is cupless so runners must bring their own cup or bottle.

A charity trail event at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve offering 50K, 30K and 10K options, with elevation profiles and route maps provided; all registration proceeds support UCSF cancer research.

The inaugural Rim Rock 50 Mile Trail Challenge explores Napa's wild trails. Runners will tackle a two-loop course through Skyline Park and the new Suscol Headwaters. This cupless event offers a 50-mile solo or relay option with a 13-hour cu..

Born To Run Ultra Marathon in Los Olivos CA on May 16, 2026 offers distances from 10 miles to 100 miles plus 3- and 4-day formats; registration opens December 1, 2025.

Trail races at O'Neill Park in Trabuco Canyon on May 16, 2026 offer distances from 10k to 50k. Registration closes May 1 and entries are non refundable; weather or fire cancellations may roll over to a makeup date or another KHraces race.

High altitude trail ultras near Bishop, California, on dirt roads and single-track with aid stations every 3 to 7 miles. Multiple distances to 100K, handmade finisher medallions, and proceeds support local youth outdoor programs and search..

Experience 360 degree views of the Bay Area at Wildcat 2026 in El Sobrante. This scenic event features a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K as well as a remote participation option.

Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K The Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Roseville, California. The event starts and finishes at the Moksa Barrel House on Foothills Boulevard. The event offers three distances: Half Marathon: Th..

Run along the iconic LA River Path in Canoga Park with a fun, 80s martial arts theme. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, or join virtually. Expect themed music, costumes, and a finisher's medal.

Experience a technical trail event in the Cleveland National Forest featuring rocky scrambles and OHV trails. Choose from four distances ranging from a 5 miler to a 50 km ultra through diverse California terrain.

A point to point half marathon on May 17, 2025, descending from Mt Umunhum to the Hacienda Entrance in Almaden Quicksilver County Park. The route is about 13.4 miles with aid stations, toilet facilities, marked trails, and a 5.5 hour time l..

Experience high altitude trail running at Big Bear Mountain Resort with a scenic 10k course. Run through pine forests and technical singletrack while enjoying expansive views of the Southern Sierra.

Mud Factor Sacramento is a 5K mud and obstacle run at the 300 acre Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove on May 17, 2026. The event includes adult and KIDZ family waves, a festival area with paid spectator access, and required signed waivers.

A multi-distance loop race on a flat, one-mile dirt and grass loop at a private ranch in Riverside. Options run from 3-hour events to a 100-mile race, with camping, relay teams, and event awards.

This unique 8-mile race climbs 4,600 feet up a historic 19th-century mining road to the Cerro Gordo ghost town. At the summit, a celebration with BBQ and music awaits before a shuttle ride back down. All finishers receive a shirt and medal,..

Experience the final 70 miles of the Western States trail during this three day training event featuring supported runs of 19, 20, and 32 miles through iconic canyon terrain and mountain climbs.

A trail race at China Camp State Park in San Rafael offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon courses with scenic single track, limited to 275 entrants and staffed aid stations. Registration deadlines determine shirt guarantee and refund credit r..

A mountain trail race in Sierra Madre on May 23, 2026 featuring an 8.6 mile out-and-back course from Kersting Court to Orchard Camp, a Kids Fun Run, and community-led trail repair efforts supported by the Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund.