LA Turkey Trail

NOV
26
2026
Trail races in the Santa Monica Mountains near Reseda include a half marathon, 10k and 5k Fun Run and Hike with fire road and singletrack terrain, finisher medals, race shirts and post-race food and beer.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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LA Turkey Trail

LA Turkey Trail is a trail running event in Los Angeles, California, organized by SoCalTrail. The courses are set in the Santa Monica Mountains, beginning at the Top of Reseda Trailhead and heading toward the Nike Missile Tower. Routes combine fire roads and singletrack with notable elevation gain and views of the Valley, the Ocean and the San Gabriel Mountains.

Distances offered

  • Half marathon: 13.67 miles, 2,323 ft gain.
  • 10k: 6.7 miles, 857 ft gain.
  • 5k Fun Run and Hike: 2.76 miles, 448 ft gain.

The event includes podium awards for overall top finishers in the 5k, 10k and half marathon, age group awards for select distances, and a $500 cash prize for the male and female half-marathon winners. Participants receive unique finisher medals, free course photography and a race shirt. Post-race amenities include a beer garden for 21 plus, a vegan-friendly taco breakfast, sports massage services, sponsor giveaways and professional medical support. The event also runs a canned food drive with drop-off at registration. SoCalTrail events are cupless, and volunteer opportunities provide race credits and event swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
1/2 Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
5k Fun Run & Hike
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