Emigrant Gap
Trail Running Calendar near Emigrant Gap 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Emigrant Gap for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 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
Yuba Gold is a self guided 50K point to point in Nevada City, CA, completed anytime in October with self reported results and a finisher award.
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 free fatass trail run near Foresthill CA offering 25 and 50 mile courses with extensive climbing, off-trail sections, and a 50 person entry limit.
Nevada City trail event on October 11, 2026 offering half marathon, 10K and 5K courses through mixed terrain and historic trail sections.
A remote, unmarked backcountry foot race at Oxbow Reservoir, CA offering three long routes from about 15 to 43+ miles with large elevation gains.
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
Annual New Year’s Day 5K and 10K run and walk in Chicago Park supporting local firefighters, the 4-H club, and the school PTA.
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.