Trailsgiving - Elysian Park

Trailsgiving - Elysian Park

Trailsgiving in Elysian Park, Los Angeles, is a trail running event held on November 14, 2026 and organized by A Better World Running. The event takes place at Elysian Park, 1025 Elysian Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Distances offered:

• 5k
• 10k
• 15k
• Half marathon

The course is primarily on trail with hard-packed dirt and hilly terrain. Sections vary in width, offering both wider and narrower trail segments and scenic park views. The route uses out and back loops that are marked with cones, signs, arrows, and spray chalk. Route formats listed by the organizer include a 5k out and back, a 10k composed of two 5k loops, a 15k of three 5k loops, and a half marathon of three 4.36-mile out and back segments.

An aid station is located at the turnaround at the start and finish area; it provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. Registration benefits described by the organizer include custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, free videos and photos, live results at finish, cinematic race highlight reels, trophies and achievement badges, an Ascend Index ranking, and access to the A Better World Running app. The event notes the availability of snacks and samples, group discounts, a relaxed and personal race-day experience, transfer requests by organizer approval, and a no-refund policy.

Parking options include free parking at the Elysian Park Arboretum, limited parking on Elysian Park Dr, and an additional lot near Academy Rd picnic area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.