Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run

JUL
18
2026
A coastal running event in Morro Bay featuring a 10k, a half marathon and a virtual option. Courses start at Morro Rock and follow the shoreline to Cayucos Pier with aid stations and post race awards.
Sat 18 Jul 2026
13 miles 6 miles

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Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run

The Rock to Pier Run is a coastal running event in Morro Bay that uses Morro Rock as the start and finish area. Courses run along the shoreline and include sections of beach running; participants should expect wet shoes in places. The event includes an out and back half marathon course that passes Cayucos Pier and includes a detour through Cloisters Park near mile 10.5. Aid stations are available along the courses. Post race breakfast and awards are held at Morro Rock.

Practical notes from event information:

  • Limited shirt sizes available
  • Dogs are not allowed on the course due to Snowy Plover nesting season
  • Bus transportation is provided from Cayucos Pier back to Morro Rock for Rock to Pier participants
  • Parking is limited in Cayucos; ample parking is available at Morro Rock

Distances and options:

  • 10k Run
  • Half marathon
  • Virtual Rock to Pier run anywhere

Location details: Morro Rock, end of Coleman Dr, Morro Bay, CA 93442. The event is listed as an annual memorial run with long standing editions of the Rock to Pier and a separate Rock n Around the Pier half marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
1/2 Marathon
6 mi
Rock to Pier Fun Run (6 Miles)
Virtual Rock to Pier