Run Through the Pines | 5K and 10K

🌲 GREEN VALLEY LAKE 5K / 10K / HALF MARATHON

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Green Valley Lake, CA (Between Running Springs & Big Bear in the San Bernardino Mountains)

🕖 START TIMES

7:00 AM: Early Start Half Marathon (for those expecting to take 3.75+ hours)

7:30 AM: Standard Half Marathon Start

8:30 AM: Mass Start for 5K & 10K

🏞 COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

This is a breathtaking mountain race in the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest!

Start with a scenic ¾-mile out-and-back along the lake

Climb gradually up Green Valley Lake Rd and onto a forest service road

Enjoy a 400 ft elevation gain to an overlook at the 5K turnaround

10K and Half Marathon continue along rolling terrain on FS Road 2N13, through pine forests and rocky vistas

Course is part paved (1.5 miles), then transitions to dirt roads and trail

Water & aid stations every 1.5 miles

Get ready for that fresh air, mountain-made, above-the-clouds experience!

📍 LOCATION

Green Valley Lake – Just 40 minutes from Redlands, located off Hwy 18 between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear.

Post-race activities take place in the Downtown Community Garden on Main Street.

Race HQ / Packet Pickup: Black Dog Social Club, 33231 Green Valley Lake Rd.

🥇 WHAT YOU GET

Custom, high-quality event t-shirt

Unique, huge finisher medal

Top 3 overall awards per race distance

Age group medals (3 deep in 5-year spans up to 80+)

Chip timing by Itz About Time

🏆 Age Groups:

10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+

(Separate overall awards for each race distance.)

🏁 AWARDS CEREMONY – COMMUNITY GARDEN

9:15 AM – 5K Awards

9:30 AM – 10K Awards

9:45 AM – Half Marathon Awards

🧁 FOOD & FUN

Coffee ,pastries , street tacos, and more available for purchase packet pickup and race morning

Food available for purchase post-race

Live music at the Community Garden post-race

Hang out in a welcoming mountain community with big hometown vibes

🎽 PACKET PICKUP

Friday, July 31 3:00 PM – 6:30PM @ Black Dog Social Club

Saturday (Race Day): 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM @ Race Site

🏕 STAY THE WEEKEND

Make it a full mountain getaway!

Airbnbs in Green Valley Lake

Green Valley Lake Campground (0.5 miles from race)

Giant Oaks Lodge, Running Springs (5 miles)

Rentals available at: green-valley-lake.com

🌅 FRIDAY NIGHT SUNSET RUN (Optional Add-On)

Friday, August 1 at 7:00 PM – Sunset Trail 5K

A fun, scenic, single-track 3.1-mile warm-up trail run.

💌 Email: [email protected] to sign up.

🚴‍♀️ WANT TO RENT MOUNTAIN OR E-BIKES?

Visit Mountain Life Supply Co.

32855 Hilltop Blvd, Running Springs (past Valero Gas Station on right)

🌲 GIVING BACK

Proceeds benefit The Children’s Forest via the Southern California Mountains Foundation, empowering youth to become leaders in environmental stewardship.

Your support helps:

Train young Forest Rangers, Firefighters & Scientists

Maintain trails like The Exploration Trail

Support the Camacho family in memory of their daughter

We also proudly support:

The Green Valley Lake Community Garden (host of our awards)

The Local Museum, providing water support on the course

🙏 Donations welcome – Hit the "DONATE" button at registration!

FINAL NOTES

This is a scenic mountain course – come for the run, stay for the views!

A perfect escape from the summer heat and city smog

Come experience the camaraderie and community like no other!

"THE WALL" at Snow Summit in beautiful Big Bear Lake is the longest, hardest mile you will ever run! 1,000 foot climb starting at 7000' elevation.

There are many awards for all age categories and for this years 10th annual run there will be additional special awards. Top male & female get $100 cash. Team discounts available. Free chair lift back down for all participants. Bring money to enjoy lunch (& drinks) on the deck at the top of the mountain at the "Tap House".

Fundraiser for the state ranked Big Bear High School cross country team.

Event details and schedule

1 mile course is on dirt fire road and steep undeveloped hillside.

Free parking at the base.

Free chair lift down for all participants. Spectators can purchase discounted chair lift up & down (or take free trail).

Waivers must be signed in person at packet pick up.

Packet pick up Friday at Mystic Rose from 4:00 - 7:00 pm or Saturday at Snow Summit before race.

Wear Suncreen! It's much closer to the sun up here!

Join us for a day of fun and fitness at the third annual Dream Big 5k, proudly presented by the Kiwanis Club of Victorville. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun walk with friends and family, this event promises an enjoyable experience for participants of all levels.

The race takes you through the scenic paths of Victor Valley College, located at 18422 Bear Valley Rd, Victorville, CA, starting bright and early at 8:00 am on Saturday, August 22. But the fun doesn't end at the finish line! Stick around for a variety of race day activities, including local vendors, lively music, and more. Every stride you take helps us support students in the Victor Valley, driving the change we wish to see in our community. Grab your running shoes, and let’s make dreams come true together at the Dream Big 5k!

After the main Dream Big 5K, stick around for even more fun—our Dream Big Mini K for children ages 12 and under! Held at Victor Valley College, this in-person event is all about encouraging kids to get active, dream big, and feel proud of their accomplishments. It’s a joyful, high-energy experience where little ones can cross the finish line to the cheers of friends and family.

The first 50 registered participants of the Mini K will receive a special finisher medal—so don’t wait to sign up! Let’s make it a day to remember filled with smiles, movement, and celebration. Come cheer them on and help create a lasting memory at the Dream Big Mini K!

If you’ve done a traditional 5K, you know they can be a bit lackluster. But the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across up to 3 miles of absolute fun! Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe!

Bubble-teers will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each one of the Foam Bogs is represented by different colored foam. So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe.

Event details and schedule

Please plan on arriving 30-45 minutes prior to your wave start to give yourself plenty of time to park, get your Bubble RUN™ swag, check in if needed, and to get situated.

Please be prompt for your Heat.

Once your heat has started, (the heat is the time you registered for) small waves will be released every 60-90 seconds. Your physical start time is based on a first come-first serve basis, so naturally you will start earlier if you enter the start chute earlier. The last wave within your heat will go out 30 minutes after your scheduled heat (i.e., if your registered heat is for 8AM, the last wave in your heat will leave at 8:30AM).

Bring some extra cash for parking and SWAG!

After you park, bring some extra cash! You'll want to check out our super sweet Bubble RUN store for t-shirts, tutus, and more!

There may be a parking charge of up to $20 for the event that is handled by the venue. With THOUSANDS of smiles present on race day, please have exact change and please don't cut your time too short before the race starts. Cram as many bubblers (legally) into your car to save some cash money money!