Sacramento
Trail Running Calendar near Sacramento 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sacramento for 2026-2027! We've gathered 26 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
NorCal Spartan Event Weekend at Mahon Ranch features a Super 10K, a Sprint 5K, kids races across two days, and spectator access in Elk Grove, California.
September 2026
An annual stadium stair climb and memorial walk at UC Davis Health Stadium honoring 9/11 first responders, with proceeds supporting the UC Davis Police Emergency Scholarship.
Trail runs at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake with new 10 mile and 5K courses, aid stations, age group awards, a finisher beer glass and a postrace meal.
Rebels XC Challenge in Carmichael, CA on September 19, 2026 features Women's, Masters Men's and Open Men's races; entry fee $30 and registration closes Sep 18.
October 2026
Granite Head Trails & Ales Trail Races feature 6.6-mile and 11.2-mile courses. Runners get a tech T-shirt and can enjoy post-race fajitas and a beer. The event is the final race in a local trail running series.
An annual 5k cross-country race at Willow Hill Reservoir in Folsom, CA, run as two loops of rolling hills with separate women's and men's categories and age-group records.
A themed charity run and community festival on October 18, 2026 in Downtown Roseville, CA, supporting the bleeding disorders community. The day includes a timed 5K, a one mile walk, festival food, carnival games, and a remembrance ceremony.
A backyard ultra at Beals Point where runners complete repeating 4.16 mile laps each hour until one person remains; a 12 hour Mini option follows the same format.
A backyard ultra at Beals Point, Granite Bay where runners repeat a 4.16 mile loop each hour until only one remains, with a 12 hour Mini option.
Experience a unique map adventure through the decorated streets of East Sacramento. Choose a 5k or 10k course and solve checkpoint challenges solo or in a team of up to five people.
November 2026
A 100 mile and 50K trail race around Folsom Lake with long elevation, stocked aid stations, drop bag and pacer rules.
Trail event in El Dorado Hills with distances from 5K to trail marathon on mostly single-track dirt, rolling hills, a creek crossing, marked aid stations, and enforced time limits; finishers receive a medal.
Trail races at Beals Point near Folsom Lake on Thanksgiving Day offering 10K, 5K and a free 1K kids run with family friendly amenities.
December 2026
A point to point half marathon on the Southside Trail at Folsom Lake featuring mostly single track, an overall ascent of 1,683 ft, multiple aid stations and a 4.5 hour time limit, starting at Salmon Falls and finishing at Brown’s Ravine.
January 2027
A New Year event at Granite Beach featuring a 2 mile run 5 mile bike 2 mile run duathlon and a 5K trail run with lake views. Awards include overall champions and age group prizes.
Two scenic trail races along Folsom Lake on January 9, 2027, offering a 12K and 5K on single-track trails, post-race local beer for athletes over 21, commemorative items, hot food and age-group awards.
Trail races on single-track trails around Folsom Lake with distances from a kids run to 50K, marked routes and staffed aid stations; parking is paid and dogs are not allowed on course.
Trail 10K and 5K at Granite Beach, Folsom Lake on January 23, 2027 with aid stations, finisher medals, pre-order shirts and age group awards.
February 2027
Escape from Folsom on February 6, 2027 at Granite Beach offers a 10 mile and a 5K on scenic trails beside Folsom Lake. Aid stations supply water and fuel and every finisher receives a custom medal.
Jed Smith Ultra Classic on February 6, 2027 is a USATF certified loop event on the American River Parkway offering 50 mile, 50 k, marathon, 30 k and half marathon distances with two aid stations and race day packet pick up.