Hotels Near Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA Oct 2026

Date

October 24, 2026

Location

Big Sur, CA

Venue

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Start Time

10:00 AM

Entry Fee

$20.00 – $65.00

Events

5K - Adult, 10K - Adult, 5K - Children under 12 years old, 10K - Children under 12 years old

Includes

T-Shirt

The Big Sur River Run takes place on October 24, 2026, in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and offers two distance options: a 1-mile run and a 6.2-mile run. Entry fees range from $20 to $65 depending on registration timing and distance selected. The race starts at 10:00 AM, giving runners a mid-morning start to tackle their chosen distance in this coastal California location. Whether you're looking for a shorter 1-mile effort or the longer 6.2-mile challenge, this event provides a straightforward racing opportunity in the Big Sur area.

From the Race Organizer

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 for 10K Race winners and top finishers. Since 1981 two of Big Sur’s most vital institutions have been supported by the generosity of those who love to run. Most who visit Big Sur revel in the remoteness without taking in the impact it has on emergency services. The local Volunteer Fire Department, Big Sur Fire, and the Big Sur Health Center both rely on donations to provide support for visitors and residents alike. The run’s beneficiaries, Big Sur Fire and the Big Sur Health Center, have never done more to serve and support our community than in recent years. These critical emergency services need our support more than ever and we encourage you to donate to each organization directly. To date over 30,000 runners have joined the cause, supporting these institutions, and basking in the beauty of Big Sur. Will you join us this year?

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA?

Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA takes place on October 24, 2026. The race is held in Big Sur, California.

Where is Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA held?

Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA is held at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park in Big Sur, California.

Where can I find hotels near Big Sur River Run 2026 — Big Sur, CA?

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