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Trail Running Calendar near Santa Monica State Beach 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Santa Monica State Beach for 2026-2027! We've gathered 47 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A multi-distance trail event at Griffith Park on December 19, 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon with aid station, medals, photos and group discounts.
January 2027
Trail running event at Whittier Narrows Nature Center on January 30, 2027, featuring 10K, 5K and a kids dash with finisher medals.
Multi distance trail run and hike in Griffith Park with an out and back to the Hollywood Sign viewpoint, chip timing, aid stations, and finisher awards.
A trail event in Griffith Park with multiple distances, featuring an out and back 8 mile route to the Hollywood Sign viewpoint, aid stations, chip timing, and finisher medals.
February 2027
A half marathon, flat shaded 5K, and a dog-friendly Top Dog race through Griffith Park with medals, food trucks, and on-course water stations.
A 5 km Spartan obstacle race with 20 obstacles at Dodger Stadium on February 20, 2027, plus kids races and spectator access in Los Angeles.
4 Mile Hill Challenge at Debs Park on 02/20/2027 features a 4 mile run and a 2K youth hill race with a green earth celebration and pet friendly access.
A night trail relay in Griffith Park where teams of two alternate on a one mile loop, using headlamps and handing off a baton at a marked exchange.
Trail races at Will Rogers State Historic Park offering looped distance and timed options on a rolling two mile course in Pacific Palisades.
A family friendly run and walk in Valencia CA featuring 1K, 5K and 10K options plus virtual races. The USATF certified course runs along the South Fork River Trail and proceeds support Students Off And Running with an expo and festive activities.
March 2027
A waterfront running festival in Long Beach on March 20, 2027 featuring races from 5k to a half marathon, a beer mile with four included beers and a nonprofit beer tasting alongside a one mile Beer Stroll.
Trail running event in Valencia California on 03/20/2027 offering 10K, Half Marathon, and 50K Ultra across hills, ridgelines, and canyon terrain with views of the Santa Clarita Valley.
Two days of trail runs and bike rides in Griffith Park and on the LA River Bike Path, raising funds for Streets Are For Everyone's road safety work.
Trail-running event in Griffith Park, Hollywood offering distances from 10K to 50 Mile on singletrack and fire road with detailed course maps and elevation.
April 2027
A martial arts themed set of races on April 3, 2027 in Canoga Park, CA offering 5K, 10K, a 13.1 mile half, and a virtual option.
Annual Great Race in Agoura Hills offering distances from one mile to a half marathon, multi-race challenges, scenic routes, and a large post-race party.