Trail Running Calendar California 2026-2027

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.

A multi-distance running event on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation near Anza, CA, featuring a runnable 2 mile loop, fixed-time races and a 100 mile option with a buckle; proceeds support the tribe's Youth and Family programs.

Trail running in Cool, California with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on Sierra Foothills trails. Proceeds support Georgetown Divide Ready by 21 and a Camp Taylor scholarship; family packages, childcare, and a post-race breakfast are inc..

Experience a diverse weekend of trail running and off road duathlon at San Diego’s Scenic Lake Hodges. Choose from distances ranging from a kid’s mile to a 50K ultra marathon or tackle the mountain bike and run challenge.

A trail race at Vasquez Rocks in Agua Dulce on October 17, 2026 offering Half Marathon+, 15K, 10K and 5K loops through rock formations, canyons and a 500 foot tunnel on the Pacific Crest Trail with multiple aid stations.

Multiple runs and a walk in Springville, CA on October 17, 2026, with distances from a half mile kids run to a 10K trail held mostly on dirt roads and single track trails as part of the Apple Festival.

A trail run at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area on October 17, 2026, with roughly 9 miles, 20.5 miles, and a 52K 32 mile option. Courses are marked with aid stations, after race food is provided, and proceeds support trail maintenance.

A multi-distance trail event at Lake Sonoma featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon and 4-person relays, with extensive singletrack, lake views, on-site camping, designated aid stations, and crew access at several points.

Run through the historic site of the 1848 gold discovery in California. This event features multiple trail distances from a 5K to a Half Marathon on scenic singletrack paths along the American River.

Trail half marathon and 10K through the Alabama Hills with views of Mt. Whitney. Chip timed loops support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and include a finisher mug and shirt.

Trail races in Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offer 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on dirt trails through Castle Rock Park into Mount Diablo State Park. Courses are marked and GPX files plus staffed aid stations are provided.

Mountain trail event on October 17, 2026 offering 50K, marathon, and half marathon options that climb to Cuyamaca Peak on single track trails, with substantial elevation change and GPX course files available.

A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.

Trail races in Upper Bidwell Park featuring a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 4 mile hourly endurance challenge with creek crossings, single track trails, aid stations, bag check, bike valet, and reusable cup provision.

A trail running event in October at Hahamongna Watershed Park offering 5K, 10K and a hilly half marathon across mixed single track and fire roads.

A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.

Weekend at Burney in Burney, CA runs October 22 to 24 and features 48 hour, 24 hour, 12 hour formats plus 13.8 mile and 4.8 mile races. All races are cupless and free registration is available for Indigenous runners.

An endurance event at Beals Point, Granite Bay featuring hourly 4.16 mile laps until one runner remains, plus a 12 hour Mini Last Person Standing option. Aid is available at the start area and runners may set personal aid stations.

A backyard ultra at Beals Point in Granite Bay where runners run a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 12 hour Mini format offers the same hourly lap with a fixed limit.

A 200-mile multi-day endurance run around San Diego County from October 23–26 with an 82-hour cutoff, mandatory crew support, a 24-runner field limit, and entry fees that include a charity donation.