Perris, California · Friday, January 29, 2027
The 24HR "The Grind" is an ultra event held on Friday, January 29, 2027. It is located at 17801 Lake Perris Dr in Perris, California.
Join us for the 2026 MoVal Runs 2nd Anniversary 5K as MoVal Runs comes together to celebrate 2 years of run club with a 5K race!
The event will take place alongside the scenic Lake Perris trail, on an out-and-back course. It starts on the paved trail located along the lake, taking you towards the dam before turning around and heading to our finish line. This is a completely flat course, ready for you to set your next personal record. Event registration includes an event t shirt (if registered before June 7th), custom bib, custom finisher medal, race day photos, awards ceremony for top finishers and complimentary finish line drinks & snacks. Our finish line area will feature multiple booths from local sponsors including fresh juice, coffee, athletic apparel, and community services. This race is for runners & walkers of all abilities, from your first 5K to elite runners looking for a fast race.
MoVal Runs is a community run club in Moreno Valley that hosts weekly meet ups at local parks. Our mission is to provide a welcoming environment for all runners to enjoy with the main goal of creating awesome races with a low entry fee. This is a huge step towards our goal and we thank you for supporting our run club.
This is our 5th major racing event and registration will be maxed out at 250 registrants, so register early to ensure a spot.
Huge thank you to our event sponsors!
Follow us on Instagram @MovalRuns to stay up to date with details!
Event details and schedule
This race is expected to sell out! There will be no same day registration. Please stay up to date with details on our Instagram.
The 2026 MoVal Runs 2nd Anniversary 5K takes place on Saturday, June 27th @ 8:00AM.
$20 park entry fee per vehicle, carpooling is encouraged! This fee is separate from our registration and is paid to Lake Perris Recreation area at the entrance gate of the park.
Please bring an ID or email confirmation for bib pickup!
Registration @ 6:45 - 7:45AM
5K Race @ 8:00AM
Awards Ceremony @ 9:15AM
All registered runners will receive a custom 2026 2nd Anniversary finisher medal!
AWARD CATEGORIES:
(NEW) 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medal for 40+ Male & Female.
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medal for 30-39 Male & Female.
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medal for 18-29 Male & Female.
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medal for 17 & under Male & Female.
Strollers and dogs are welcomed, but please start towards the back of the pack. Children in strollers do not need to register unless a finisher medal is desired.
Gift bag for 1st place Male & Female overall!
There will be a water station at the halfway point and we will have complimentary drinks & snacks at the start/finish line.
🌲 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!