Emigrant Gap
Trail Running Calendar near Emigrant Gap 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Emigrant Gap for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
The Great Trail Race is a point to point event between Truckee and Tahoe City, California, on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Participants may choose gravel bike, mountain bike, or trail run and select either an Elite or Classic course.
October 2026
Experience the original Yuba Gold 50K point to point course as a self guided hybrid event through the trails of Nevada City during the month of October.
Trail runs near Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding with a 50K and a 24 mile option. The 50K includes a summit loop with about 5,700 ft of gain, rocky sections on Signal Peak OHV Road, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals.
A self-sufficient fatass style run in Foresthill featuring up to 20,000 feet of climbing, bushwhacking, and route-finding along the American River.
Nevada City trail event on October 11, 2026 offering half marathon, 10K and 5K courses through mixed terrain and historic trail sections.
Remote, self supported on and off trail foot event at Oxbow Reservoir with three escalating routes from about 15 to 43 miles.
November 2026
A Thanksgiving event at Nevada Union High School featuring a kids race plus 5K run, 10K run and 5K walk on mixed trail and street terrain.
January 2027
New Year 5K and 10K run and walk starting at Chicago Park School in Grass Valley, with proceeds supporting local community organizations.
March 2027
Experience the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada foothills on this 50K out and back course featuring 6,500 feet of elevation gain along the historic Western States Trail.
June 2027
A paved out-and-back along the Truckee River Trail in Olympic Valley with Half Marathon, 8 Miler, and 5K options, aid stations, finisher medals, event shirts, and beer for those 21 and older.
July 2027
Multi-distance trail event in Downieville and Sierra City on July 23-24, 2027 offering 100K, 50K, 25K and a Summit VK+ with multiple aid stations and high elevation gain.