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Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Trail Running in California
46 verified events with 226 individual races (24 confirmed dates) in California complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events4624 confirmed dates
Competitions226Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 162 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Valencia Trail Race
Valencia, United States
March 20, 2027Date confirmed
50 km21 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
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Sea Otter Classic
Monterey, United States
April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027Date confirmed
144.84 km112.65 km96.56 km48.28 km+3
FestiveNature & Off-Road+3
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Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB
Auburn, United States
April 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027Date confirmed
161 km100 km50 km25 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Santa Clarita Trail Race
Santa Clarita, United States
May 1, 2027Date confirmed
28 km21 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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The Broken Arrow Skyrace
Squaw Valley, United States
June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027Date confirmed
42.5 km21.75 km18 km10.4 km+1
High AltitudeForest+4
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Western States 100-Miles Endurance Run
Squaw Valley, United States
June 26, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB
Big Bear Lake, United States
October 8, 2027 to October 9, 2027Date confirmed
162 km99 km48.4 km19.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 | Valencia Trail Race | Valencia, California, US | Trail Running | 50 km21 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Sea Otter Classic | Monterey, California, US | Gravel BikingMountain Biking | 144.84 km112.65 km96.56 km48.28 km |
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027 | Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB | Auburn, California, US | Trail Running | 161 km100 km50 km25 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 | Santa Clarita Trail Race | Santa Clarita, California, US | Trail Running | 28 km21 km10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | The Broken Arrow Skyrace | Squaw Valley, California, US | Trail Running | 42.5 km21.75 km18 km10.4 km |
| Jun 26, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Western States 100-Miles Endurance Run | Squaw Valley, California, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2027 - Oct 9, 2027 | Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB | Big Bear Lake, California, US | Trail Running | 162 km99 km48.4 km19.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Wildflower Triathlon | Bradley, California, US | TriathlonTrail Running | 113.14 km51.5 km25.5 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Rancho Hills Trail Run | Morgan Hill, California, US | Trail Running | 50 km42 km30 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | San Lorenzo River Trail Run | Santa Cruz, California, US | Trail Running | 50 km42 km30 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Oakland Redwoods Run | Oakland, California, US | Trail Running | 50 km42 km30 km21 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in California directory, RunningCompass curates 46 events comprising 226 individual races, including 24 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 162 km and elevation gains up to +5,550 m. Key host locations include Santa Ynez, Valencia, Monterey, Auburn. Notable events in this selection include Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA), Valencia Trail Race, Sea Otter Classic.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in California?
This overview currently includes 46 verified events featuring 226 individual races. Of these, 24 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 22 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in California?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 162 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +5,550 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Gravel Biking, Mountain Biking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in California?
Top host locations include Santa Ynez, Valencia, Monterey, Auburn, Santa Clarita. Representative events in the catalog include Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA), Valencia Trail Race, Sea Otter Classic, Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in California?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 226 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.