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Malibu Canyon Trail Races

Malibu, United States • 7 Jun 2025

The Malibu Canyon Trail Races, presented by Keira Henninger, take place in Malibu, California, within the scenic coastal Santa Monica Mountains. This challenging event offers multiple distances including 100K, 50-mile, 50K, 30K, and a half marathon, all run on single-track trails and fire roads through ridges and canyons. The race starts at the Ray Miller Trailhead near the La Jolla Group Campsite on Pacific Coast Highway. Known for its rewarding and rugged terrain, the event provides a unique trail running experience in one of Southern California's most beautiful natural settings. The race fosters a spirited atmosphere for endurance runners of various levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Malibu

Race information

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100 km
100k
50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50k
30 km
30k
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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