Palo Alto
Trail Running Calendar near Palo Alto 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Palo Alto for 2026-2027! We've gathered 53 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
November 2026
A fundraiser in Joaquin Miller Park featuring a 5 km trail race and a 1 mile fun run to support Oakland Tech PTSA and student programs.
Trail races at Huddart Park with multiple distances, cupless aid stations, chip timing, post-race pancake breakfast, and awards for female finishers.
Trail and running events around Lake Chabot reservoir in Castro Valley, with distances from a 50 yard kids dash up to a 50K.
A Thanksgiving Day vegan fundraiser at San Leandro Marina featuring a flat 5K, canicross with dogs, a 1 mile walk, and kids races supporting the Milo Foundation.
Thanksgiving weekend races at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area offering a half marathon, 10K, 5K, a free kids run, a food drive, and a Double Turkey Challenge.
December 2026
A San Francisco cross country event on Sunday, December 6, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and a Naughty Nine Miler with live and virtual options and race swag for all.
A community fundraiser at Joaquin Miller Park featuring a 5K trail run and a 1 mile kids fun run on 12/06/2026.
Trail races at Sanborn Regional Park on December 12, 2026: 5K, 10K and half marathon through redwoods with chip timing and finisher medals.
Trail races at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley on December 31, 2026 offering half marathon, 10K and 5K; hikers and walkers welcome.
January 2027
Multi-distance trail races at Lake Chabot across New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, including 5K, 10K, a half marathon and a virtual option.
Multi-distance trail event at Almaden Quicksilver County Park on January 2, 2027, with dirt-road courses, aid stations, drop-bag service, and published time cutoffs.
Trail races in San Francisco and the Marin Headlands, featuring distances from 15K to 50 miles and a course that crosses the Golden Gate Bridge.
Mixed-surface runs at Coyote Hills Regional Park with 5K, 10K and half marathon options, stocked aid stations and GPX course files available.