How SoCalTrail is building one of LA’s most welcoming trail running communities

When you hear Los Angeles, you might picture congested freeways and endless concrete. But, Los Angeles has a thriving trail community showing up week after week to play on dirt, chase sweeping ocean views, tackle rugged climbs, and soak up sunny SoCal vibes. One of Southern California’s most community-driven trail race organizations is SoCalTrail, also known for its Tour of LA community trail run series. While SoCalTrail is primarily known for producing trail races throughout Southern California, Tour of LA is its free, inclusive, five-stop series designed to welcome everyone, from seasoned trail veterans to runners experiencing the trails for the very first time.