Long Beach
Trail Running Calendar near Long Beach 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Long Beach for 2026-2027! We've gathered 46 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
In-person and virtual 5K in Los Angeles on Oct 25, 2026 supporting dyslexia education, with a flat dirt trail, race bibs, refreshments, and free parking.
A 3.6 mile trail loop at Coastal Peak Park with about 585 ft gain per loop through coastal sage scrub and riparian canyons; part of the Southern California UltraRunner Grand Prix Series.
November 2026
Two mornings at Runyon Canyon Park with free registration and 5K and 10K route options on November 6 and 7, 2026.
Nighttime trail races of 5K and 10K at Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park on a lighted course with elevation, aid stations, and a cupless format.
A Griffith Park 5K run and walk hosted by the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation to raise funds and awareness for ovarian cancer research.
A 4K pet division and a 5K human-only race in Griffith Park on 11/14/2026, with proceeds supporting the Run for Paws nonprofit.
Trailsgiving offers trail races in Elysian Park with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options, marked out-and-back loops and an aid station at the turnaround.
Multiple distances at Whittier Narrows on November 15, 2026 with marked out-and-back loops, aid station, finisher medals, photos, and race-day registration options.
A mud-and-obstacle 5K at Oak Canyon Park on November 21, 2026, featuring mud pits, walls, monkey bars, a finish-line festival, and packet pickup the day before.
Trail running event in Griffith Park on November 21, 2026 offering distances from 10K to 50K on singletrack and fire road.
Free social trail run in Newport Coast on November 21, 2026; about 6.5 miles and 1000 feet of ascent with snacks and a raffle afterward.
Thanksgiving morning trail races in the Santa Monica Mountains near Reseda, featuring a half marathon, 10k and 5k with on-course aid, awards and festival amenities.
December 2026
An in-person half marathon on Runyon Canyon trails in Los Angeles on Saturday, December 5, 2026, with tickets listed at 0.00 USD.
15K, 6K and Kids 1K trail races at Crystal Cove State Park near Laguna Beach with marked courses, aid stations, a 15K prize purse and post race amenities.
A charity 5K run and 2.5K walk at Griffith Park supporting local agencies that serve people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity.
Holiday themed Reindeer Run at Griffith Park on December 19 offering 5 km, 10 km, 15 km and a half marathon on a shared dirt trail with aid station and medals.
January 2027
Trail running event at Whittier Narrows Nature Center on January 30, 2027, featuring 10K, 5K and a kids dash with finisher medals.
Trail run and hike options in Griffith Park with a Hollywood Sign viewpoint, chip timing, aid stations, finisher medals, and event shirts.