Monterey Spartan Event Weekend
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Event overview
The Monterey Spartan Race weekend takes place May 30-31, 2026 at Toro Park near Salinas, CA. The site features wooded areas, rolling hills, and ocean views with coastal California weather. The venue has hosted Spartan events for more than ten years. The event listing shows a 4.8 rating from 41 racer testimonials. Course maps are subject to change.
Race formats and course features
Distances offered:
- Sprint - 5 km, 20 obstacles
- Super - 10 km, 25 obstacles
- Kids Race - 1-3 km with obstacles
The Sprint lists an average duration of about 1 hour 32 minutes. Obstacles named for these races include Atlas Carry, A-frame Cargo, Barbed Wire Crawl, Fire Jump, Inverted Wall, Bucket Carry, Hercules Hoist, Multi-Rig, Rope Climb (16 ft / 4.8 m), Sandbag Carry (60 lb men / 40 lb women), Spear Throw, and various walls. The event also features Spartan Trail Races during the same weekend.
Logistics and what finishers receive
Published ticket ranges appear on the event page for each distance. Prices are noted to include fees and the event mentions bag check, parking, and processing. Sprint finishers receive a finisher medal, a finisher tee, and a Trifecta medal wedge. The festival area and finish-line atmosphere are part of the event presentation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.