Big Sur Trail Marathon
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Big Sur Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Mile, 36th Annual
The event takes place at Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur, California on September 26, 2026. It offers three trail distances and is limited to 300 participants; the race traditionally sells out.
Distances
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5 Mile
The route follows Old Coast Road along the coastline and includes hilly sections. The course is marked with orange ribbon. The 5 mile course turns at the first aid station, half marathoners turn at the second aid station, and marathoners complete an additional out and back before returning to the finish. The course cut off is 6.5 hours; hikers and walkers are permitted. Aid stations are located at mile 2.5 for all distances, at miles 6.5 and 10.5 for half and full distances, and at miles 15.8, 19.7 and 23.7 for marathoners. Portable restrooms are adjacent to each aid station. Participants are advised to carry water.
Bibs are mailed about one week before the event; unreceived bibs can be picked up on race morning. Participant shirts are provided to all entrants. Medals are awarded to marathon and half marathon finishers. Personalized award ribbons for the top three male and female finishers in each age group are mailed after the race.
Parking at Andrew Molera State Park is limited; there is a $10 per car park entry fee paid in cash. Headphones and audible music devices are not allowed on course. Dogs are not permitted on Old Coast Road but are allowed on leash in developed park areas. Camping is available at Andrew Molera and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and can be booked through ReserveAmerica. Registrations are non refundable and non transferable; a rollover credit policy and refund protection options apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
