Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

Multiple race distances start and finish at Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield, featuring mixed terrain on paved and dirt trails and a notable climb on the half. Aid stations, race day services, post race refreshments and awards are provided.

The ABWR Half Marathon - Valencia will take place in Santa Clarita on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 miles.

Halloween themed 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon at West Creek Park in Valencia on October 4 with looped courses, aid stations, medals and race day registration.

A two-day mountain trail festival in Big Bear Lake with five race distances, varied alpine and desert terrain, UTMB World Series Major status, and opportunities for qualification to major trail events.

Trail races in Auburn, California along the American River Canyon rim with live music and free cider. Distances include a 50K, a half marathon and a 5 mile course with aid stations on the longer routes.

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

Trail races of 50 miles, 50K and 30K in Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, CA, featuring remote forest roads, significant elevation gain and staffed aid stations. Mandatory self support rules include minimum water and required lights..

Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.

A 12.4 mile loop up to the Mount Diablo summit and back with about 4,000 feet of climbing and descending. The race starts and finishes at Mitchell Canyon and includes shuttle service, a post race raffle and a finisher item.

Trail races of 5K, 10K, half marathon and 35K around San Pablo Reservoir on EBMUD trails, with chip timing, stocked aid stations, a cupless policy, and a 300-runner capacity.

A fatass trail run in Foresthill, CA offering 25 mile and 50 mile courses along the North Fork of the American River. Entry is free and field size is limited to 50 runners, with off trail sections and significant elevation gain.

Trail race in Gonzales Canyon with 10 Mile, 10K and 5K courses, featuring the steep locally named "Puke Hill" and limited to 300 runners.

Annual mud run in San Bernardino with a 5K for individuals and teams and a 1K kids race on October 10, 2026.

Trail 5K and 10K at Chino Hills State Park on October 10, 2026. Registration runs April 6 to August 15 and includes race photos, a shirt and a finisher patch.

A community Breast Cancer Awareness 5K at Hart Park in Bakersfield on October 10, 2026, featuring a scenic park course and post-race food, music, sponsor booths, and giveaways. Registration includes a performance T-shirt, finisher medal, me..

Trail races in Nevada City on October 11 2026 include a 13.1 miles half marathon, a 10K and a 5K with mixed terrain, aid stations and views along Deer Creek. Organized by Sierra TrailBlazers and Bear Yuba Land Trust.

Point to point trail races on the Bizz Johnson Trail in Lassen National Forest featuring a USATF certified Boston qualifier marathon, a 50K, an Express half and a 10K with remote starts and aid stations.

Three cross-country races on October 11, 2026 at Miwok Meadows, China Camp State Park in San Rafael, CA, on a roughly 4.20 mile mostly single track course with a short paved section.

Insomnia is a night trail race in the Sierra Nevada foothills offering 35K, 14K and 5K options. Courses are marked with reflective ribbons and headlamps are required; the 35K has a 5 hour 30 minute overall cutoff.

Ruff Run California on 10/17/2026 in Phelan, CA presents a 20 acre obstacle course for people and their dogs with over 20 obstacles, 4K and 1K options, and an after party with music, games and vendors.