California · 5K · 10K
Big Sur River Run
Big Sur River Run is a 5K and 10K event held in Big Sur, California. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, October 24, 2026.
- Race day
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- Big Sur, CA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Big Sur, California
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- bigsurriverrun.org
About the Big Sur River Run
Big Sur River Run is a benefit race for two important Big Sur community organizations, Big Sur Health Center and Big Sur Fire. There are two races, a 10k and 5k. Both courses are all flat, black-top road loops alongside Big Sur River, through Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park's redwood and oak grove campgrounds. The 10k is a certified course. The 5k is a Family Fun Run or Walk. No Bicycles, dogs, strollers, skates, wagons, or other wheeled conveyances (other than wheelchairs) are permitted. Prizes fo…
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Big Sur River Run: common questions
- When is the Big Sur River Run?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, October 24, 2026.
- Where is the Big Sur River Run held?
- In Big Sur, California.
- What distances does the Big Sur River Run offer?
- 5K and 10K.
- How do I register for the Big Sur River Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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