Truckee
Trail Running Calendar near Truckee 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Truckee for 2026-2027! We've gathered 23 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
5K and 10K trail runs from the Village Green in Incline Village, NV on a course through tall pines, aspens, and creek crossings.
A five hour rogaining event on desert trails in Reno on September 13, 2026 with free registration, on site water, restrooms, and snacks.
Trail runs at Long Ranch Park in Carson City on September 19, 2026, with 6K, 12K and 22K options. Aid stations offer water and snacks but runners must bring a bottle; there are no division awards.
Trail runs of 10k, 5k and a free 2k family run at James Lee Memorial Park in Carson City. 5k and 10k registration includes a one year CVTA membership and tech shirts are provided to finishers.
The Great Trail Race is a point to point event between Truckee and Tahoe City, California, on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Participants may choose gravel bike, mountain bike, or trail run and select either an Elite or Classic course.
Trail 5K at George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove on September 27, 2026, with an 800 meter kids run, student fundraising and a post race drawing.
Three days of trail running at Zephyr Point on the Tahoe Rim Trail, Flume Trail and Pacific Crest Trail with long and short daily options and all-inclusive lodging and meals.
October 2026
Trail runs near Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding with a 50K and a 24 mile option. The 50K includes a summit loop with about 5,700 ft of gain, rocky sections on Signal Peak OHV Road, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals.
Test your limits at the Sparks Marina with fixed time or distance races ranging from 3 hours to 100 miles on a scenic paved loop.
A community-focused race fundraiser in Carson City offering a half marathon, 10K, 5K, family fun run and a 0.0 None Run to support Legacy Christian Academy facilities.
Explore the scenic trails and mountain views of Carson City in this fall trail run featuring 5K, 10K, and 21K distances over technical terrain.
5K and 10K trail races at Sand Harbor State Park on Lake Tahoe's East Shore with a costume contest, race shirt, digital photo, and post-race festivities.
November 2026
Veterans Day runs in Carson City offering a flat scenic 5K and 1 Mile at Silver Saddle Ranch, with fees supporting Carson High Safe Grad and a donation to Nation's Finest.
Trail races at Prison Hill Recreation Area near Carson City offering 5K, 10K and 21K courses on single and two track trails with water aid on the 21K.
December 2026
A USATF sanctioned trail 5k in the Huffaker hills with a virtual 5k option, included long sleeve shirt, shuttle from Longley Town Center, and proceeds supporting Azteca FC youth athletes.
March 2027
Nordic ski event in Tahoe City on March 7, 2027 offering 26 km and 10 km loops, fundraising for Tahoe Nordic Search & Rescue with a finish-line party and awards.
May 2027
Runners complete 4.167 mile laps each hour at Sparks Marina until one person remains; 3, 6, and 12 hour mini races are also offered and the event is a Bronze Ticket qualifier.
June 2027
A paved out-and-back along the Truckee River Trail in Olympic Valley with Half Marathon, 8 Miler, and 5K options, aid stations, finisher medals, event shirts, and beer for those 21 and older.
Experience an ultramarathon through the Sierra Nevada featuring 62.3 miles of singletrack trails and 23,000 feet of total elevation change around Lake Tahoe.