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Trail Running Calendar near Santa Monica State Beach 2026-2027

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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.

May 2027
A 5k at Whittier Narrows Park with a post-run festival that includes tacos, beer for 21 plus, a medal, t shirt, chip timing options, and awards.
June 2027
A trail running event in Malibu Canyon on June 5, 2027 offering distances from a half marathon to 100K on singletrack and fire road in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Trail marathon relay and 8K in Griffith Park on June 6, 2027, featuring a true loop course, aid stations, festival atmosphere, chip timing and awards.
Trail races at Topanga State Park with 10 km, returning 15 km Garapito route, a junior 1 km, cash prizes, medals, postrace food and shuttles.
July 2027
Experience a 2-mile coastal run at Hermosa Beach featuring a challenging mix of soft and hard-packed sand as part of the International Surf Festival.
September 2027
A 68 mile point to point trail ultra across the Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains on September 18, 2027 with solo and 2 to 4 person relay options.
November 2027
Two nights on the Backbone Trail in Malibu covering about 69 miles with 12,963 ft elevation gain; categories include Runner, Light 10 lbs, and Heavy 25 lbs.
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