Big Sur Trail Marathon
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Big Sur Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Mile : 2026
The event is the 36th annual Big Sur Trail running weekend at Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur, California, on September 26, 2026. It offers three trail distances:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5 Mile
The course follows Old Coast Road and includes notable climbs and coastal views. The route is marked with orange ribbon and includes designated turn points: 5 Milers turn at the first aid station, Half Marathoners turn at the second aid station, and Marathoners complete an additional out-and-back segment before returning to the finish. Aid stations are located at mile 2.5 for all distances; miles 6.5 and 10.5 for half marathoners and marathoners; and miles 15.8, 19.7, and 23.7 for marathoners. Portable restrooms will be adjacent to each aid station. Participants are advised to carry water. The course cut-off time is 6.5 hours.
Event services and rules include mailed bib numbers about one week before the race, on-site bib pickup on race morning if needed, participant T-shirts for all entrants, medals for marathon and half marathon finishers, and personalized award ribbons mailed to the top three male and female finishers in each age group a few weeks after the event. Parking at the park is limited and there is a $10 per car park entry fee paid in cash. Headphones and dogs on the course are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
