Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Trail runs on Lake Natoma’s north shore in Fair Oaks CA with 5K and 10K courses plus a kids run for under 10s. Hosted by the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District with proceeds supporting a local scholarship.

A trail marathon relay and 8K in Griffith Park on June 7, 2026, featuring a true loop course with varied terrain, team relays or solo 8K, three aid stations, chip timing, race shirts and medals, music, food trucks and cash awards.

Experience the 42nd annual Lake Chabot Trail Challenge featuring a scenic half marathon loop and a paved 5K run. Enjoy views of the San Francisco Bay and Mt Diablo while competing for medals on chip timed courses.

A 200-mile trail race around Lake Tahoe following much of the Tahoe Rim Trail, with aspen meadows, rock gardens, small alpine lakes and extended ridgeline views. Event dates are June 12–16, 2026.

A multi-day trail weekend in Big Bear Lake on June 12–14, 2026 featuring a three-day TransRockies stage race plus single-day Holcomb Valley races from 5 to 33 miles, published elevation profiles, and specific entry and refund policies.

Experience a point to point 100 mile ultramarathon from UC Berkeley to Oakland. This trail race features 18,000 feet of elevation gain through redwood forests and scenic ridgelines with expansive California views.

Multiple trail distances take place on two scenic loops near Cool, California on June 13-14, 2026, with live tracking and chip timing. Routes combine single track and fire roads and range from a 5K up to 100K.

A 100 mile looped trail ultramarathon near Cool, California covering alternating 13.5 mile and 11.5 mile loops, with live tracking, timed cutoffs, aid stations, and finisher buckle, shirt, and medal.

Experience a scenic run through the historic 1960 Winter Olympics site at Palisades Tahoe. Choose between a half marathon, 8 miler, or 5K on flat paved trails following the beautiful Truckee River.

Event Overview The Summer Grand Prix is a series of four 5 km races held on Saturdays throughout the summer of 2026. All events take place at Panorama Vista Preserve in Bakersfield, California. Race Details The series consists of four indiv..

Experience a fixed-time event at Crissy Field with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in three six or twelve hour blocks as an individual or part of a team.

Experience the scenic trails of Lagoon Valley Park at The Pena Passage. Choose from 30K, 10K, or 5K distances featuring rolling hills and oak groves in a natural setting.

Annual 5 km and 10 km run and walk in Hunting Hollow at Henry W. Coe State Park, on a relatively flat dirt road through valleys with late spring wildflowers and possible wildlife sightings. Proceeds support Pine Ridge Association projects a..

A multi-distance trail running event at Griffith Park on June 13, 2026, offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon on hard-packed horse trails with an aid station, finisher medals, free photos, and posted results.

A charitable walk and run on June 14, 2026 at Howarth Memorial Park in Santa Rosa, CA. The event includes an in person 5K, a Dogwood Dash and a virtual any distance option; registration is coming soon.

The Old Zoo Half Marathon offers a half marathon and a 12K on scenic, flat trails starting at the historic Old LA Zoo. Runners receive a unique elephant finisher medal and other amenities. Early registration is advised as space is limited.

A family-friendly trail event at Whittier Narrows on June 14, 2026 featuring a scenic 5K with a shirt and medal and a short kids run for ages 3 to 10. The 5K field is limited to 90 runners and prices change after April 30.

A 100 mile loop through Lassen National Forest and the Thousand Lakes Wilderness with about 15,000 feet of climbing, on-site dry camping at Burney Mountain Guest Ranch, varied mountain terrain and a post race meal for runners.

A multi-day skyrunning festival at Palisades Tahoe featuring technical, high-alpine courses and multiple distances including an Ascent, 23k, 46k, the Iron Face via ferrata, and a kids race.

Orange Curtain Run in Orange County, California offers a range of distance and timed events from 10K to 100K on mixed pavement and bike path surfaces. The event is scheduled for June 19 and 20, 2026 and includes a certified marathon.