Let's hippity hop together! Race Details Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Ave. Long Beach, CA Parking: Parking in the local lots is usually $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free but limited. Event Schedule Friday 4-6:00pm – Early bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email race week) Saturday 6:20am – Bib pick-up opens 7:00am – Half marathon & 10m start 7:30am – 5k & 10k start 7:35am – Registration & start line close 10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m) Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners and 10-milers only, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards. Out and Back Course 5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – 5k route 10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route Half: The 5m r
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The Great Bunny Hop – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon – Long Beach, CA 2026
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Long Beach, CA.
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