Top California Running Tours

LA Mountain & Trail Expeditions organize hiking and trail running adventures for small groups and individuals looking to trade the city for the trails. Each trip we lead is fully customized and curated, and will take you to some of the most beautiful mountain wilderness this country has to offer.

Join us on a fun filled day in Joshua Tree National Park. Our guides will lead you on some amazing rock scrambles inside the Joshua Tree Park. You will get to explore some of the amazing areas of Joshua Tree and scramble up some huge rock formations where you will get to see great views of the park and take amazing photos. You will be guided by experienced local guides who will navigate you through colossal rock formations that reveal breathtaking views of the park's unique desert landscape which is filled with lots of Joshua Trees. This is an advanced hands-on activity and is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of nature and seek adventure. A great engaging outdoor experience. Capture unforgettable moments as you scramble and conquer the iconic rocks of Joshua Tree National Park, as you explore different rock formations and areas in the park.

Travel to Southern California’s Catalina Island by boat, and solve your transit logistics in advance, when you prebook this one-way departure ferry service aboard the Catalina Express. Depart from San Pedro in Los Angeles, and enjoy views of the Pacific during the journey. The ferry conveniently drops you in the town of Avalon, the main town on the island, which is home to shops, restaurants, hotels, activities and more.

If you’re looking to see California’s Santa Catalina Island, but also want to add some excitement to your day, try this Santa Catalina Island Race and Mystery Experience from Avalon. This experience is perfect for people who enjoy solving clues, as it sends you around the island to sightsee while you play and go on a fun, interactive mystery adventure.

Experience a day of imagination and fun at LEGOLAND® California Resort with over 60 rides, shows, and attractions made for families with kids ages 2–12. Explore Miniland USA, drive at Fun Town, and splash around at the Water Park. Visit the SEA LIFE Aquarium and dive into ocean wonders. Book a Sea Life or Resort Hopper and get a second day free to revisit the adventure.

Learn to surf at one of California’s most famous spots during this introductory surfing class at Venice Beach. This class is suitable for all levels, whether it's your first time surfing or you are advancing your skills. Spend some time training on the beach, then hop in the Pacific Ocean for instruction in the water, followed by time for practice.

Experience the magic of Hollywood and see where your favorite movies were made during this guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio. Join your guide and a small group to explore back-lot sets and sound stages, see the famous Central Perk cafe from “Friends,” and learn about green-screen technology. For a grand finale, become a part of your favorite DC Universe and Harry Potter movies on recreated sets.

Whether you are a first time or avid hiker, our team of experienced guides will take you away from the city and onto some of the most beautiful trails in the country. Join us for an adventure and we’ll show you that the best views of the ocean aren’t the ones that you find from the beach. Our team is one of the few outfitters in the greater Los Angeles area that is permitted to lead hiking trips in the Santa Monica National Wilderness Area. Most of our favorite routes depart from Zuma Canyon, but we individually plan every trip based on the goals and ability levels of guests.

Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of Yosemite National Park on this 2-day overnight adventure from San Francisco. Explore highlights of Yosemite Valley, hike among Giant Sequoias, photograph the spectacular views from Glacier Point, and swim or bike around the base of Yosemite Falls. Enjoy a mix of guided activities and free time to explore the famous park on your own, and stay overnight either in the heart of Yosemite Valley or at a nearby lodge.

Run with us up and over mountain tops, through cool streams and foot ski steep snow patches and scree fields. We actually love mountain running and scrambling through sand, snow, talus, river rocks sheer terrain and will risk cartwheeling through Mother Nature to do it with smiles on our faces. Each day brings a unique opportunity to experience the ever changing landscape of melting snow, plant growth, slow moving rock fields and weather patterns. We could run one favorite root and do it again twelve ours later after a freak 18 inch snowstorm and have an entirely new mountain running experience. We will run the route that appeals most to the guides desires and vision for the groups journey.

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