California · 5K · 10K
Big Sur River Run
Big Sur River Run is a 5K and 10K event held in Big Sur, California. It was last held on October 24, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Big Sur, CA
Race details
- Last held
- October 24, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Big Sur, California
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- bigsurriverrun.org
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 10:00 AM PDT
- Course profile — 10K
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified
- Course profile — 5K
- Loop course; Road surface
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 date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- 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.
- Is registration open for the Big Sur River Run?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $65 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Big Sur River Run start?
- 10:00 AM PDT.
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