Turkey Trot races scheduled across Los Angeles and West Linn

Various Thanksgiving-themed Turkey Trot races are scheduled for the holiday season in Southern California and Oregon.

In the Los Angeles area, options include the Anaheim Santa Ana River Trail Turkey Trot, which offers 5K and 10K distances, and the LA Classic Turkey Trot at Griffith Park, which features a 5-miler and 15K. Other regional events include the 49th annual Dana Point Turkey Trot, the Lake Balboa Turkey Trot in the San Fernando Valley, and the 14th annual Turkey Trot LA at Gloria Molina Grand Park.

In West Linn, Oregon, the West Linn Turkey Trot will take place at Mary S Young Park. The event includes a nearly 4-mile trail run, a half-mile kids' race, and a costume contest. Participants are encouraged to donate food to the West Linn Food Pantry.