Griffith Park Trail Marathon

Los Angeles, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Trail Running in Los Angeles

The Griffith Park Trail Marathon returns for its 16th year with the "Spring Edition" of the event. Located in Los Angeles, California, the race utilizes the trail network within Griffith Park. The event base is situated near the Merry Go Round area, where participants gather for the various distance options.

For the 2026 edition, several trail distances are available to participants:

  • 50 Mile
  • 50 K
  • Marathon
  • 30K
  • 1/2 Marathon
  • 10k

Registration for the event remains open until the Wednesday preceeding the race weekend. The 50 Mile distance is a new addition to the schedule for the spring 2026 season. The courses consist of trail terrain situated within the urban park boundaries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50 K
26 mi
Marathon
30 km
30k
13 mi
1/2 Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Trail runs from the Chesebro Trailhead in the Santa Monica Mountains with **22k** and **10k** options, marked course, aid stations, finisher medals and included race photography.

An 80s inspired martial arts themed race day in Canoga Park on May 16, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and a 13.1 mile half plus a virtual option with medal shipping.

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.

A one-day event at Hahamongna Watershed Park on May 24, 2026, offering a 50K team relay, a 50K solo ultramarathon, and a 10K Fun Run for solo participants.

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