San Rafael
Trail Running Calendar near San Rafael 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near San Rafael for 2026-2027! We've gathered 51 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Trail cross-country races at China Camp State Park over an approximately 4.25 mile course, part of the PA-USATF series with limited on-site parking.
Trail races on Mount Diablo near Walnut Creek on October 17, 2026 offering 30K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K with possible mud and creek crossings.
A women's trail half marathon in the Marin Headlands on October 24, 2026 featuring a new 13.6 mile course, 2,156 feet of climbing and coastal views of the Pacific and Golden Gate Bridge.
A cross-country meet at Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline on October 24, 2026 with three 4.1 mi races over grass, dirt, and path terrain.
An October fundraiser offering a global virtual challenge plus an in-person event at San Francisco’s Ferry Building. Multiple distances from 5K to 50K are available; some courses are unmarked and maps are provided. Proceeds support the Breast Cancer..
November 2026
Trail races from 10K to 50K around Mt Tamalpais, held at Stinson Beach with technical trails, significant climb, cupless aid stations, and chip timing.
A Thanksgiving Day 5K and 1 mile event at San Leandro Marina with canicross teams, kids races, and proceeds benefiting animal welfare; the course is flat with mixed surfaces and free parking is available.
A 28.4 mile Mill Valley trail race with about 9,000 feet of climbing, steep stairs and named trail sections on the Dipsea Trail, out and back then repeated to complete the distance.
December 2026
A seasonal cross country event in San Francisco on 12/6/2026 with live and virtual options. Distances include a 5K, 10K, and a nine mile course; all entrants receive race swag and there is a pre race bib and shirt pickup with Brewfest.
Trail races of 30K, half marathon and 10K at China Camp State Park near San Rafael, with chip timing, cupless aid stations, and bay and Mt. Tam views.
Single-loop urban ultramarathon in San Francisco from Twin Peaks offering 50 mile and 50K options, informal aid stations, and a mile 25 cutoff.
A scenic half marathon and 10K circumnavigating Angel Island, with mandatory ferry access, a 400 participant limit, and panoramic views of San Francisco.
January 2027
A trail running event that crosses the Golden Gate Bridge into the Marin Headlands. Races include 15K, 25K, 50K and 50 mile options on January 23 to 24, 2027, organized by Spartan Trail.
February 2027