Santa Maria
Trail Running Calendar near Santa Maria 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Santa Maria for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Community races at Thousand Hills Ranch include a 5K, 10K and Kids Mile on mixed dirt and paved ranch roads. The event benefits Central Coast Athletics Foundation and 17 Strong and features a victory lap, festival, awards, and team competitions.
A trail event at Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 26, 2026 offering 10 km and 20 km distances. Non-base participants must show a REAL ID for base entry and all finishers receive a medal and a drink ticket.
October 2026
Back On The Ranch Trail Run in Los Olivos CA runs October 2 to 4, 2026 and offers timed trail formats from three hours to 48 hours. The event is organized by AllWeDoIsRun, a promoter of California Central Coast trail events.
November 2026
A multi-day obstacle race weekend at Santa Margarita Ranch with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra and kids races through vineyards and forested hills.
January 2027
La Cuesta Ranch Trail Run takes place in San Luis Obispo on January 23, 2027 and offers 10 km, 20 km and 30 km trail distances as part of the AllWeDoIsRun event calendar.
February 2027
A two day event at First Baptist Church in Santa Maria featuring a looped 5k and a timed 12 hour loop race, with on course aid, overnight food, and proceeds supporting the Elevate missions project.
May 2027
Weeklong trail ultra in Los Olivos CA with 100 mile and shorter loop races, onsite camping, aid stations and chip lap counting.