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  • 4 Miles Above Running Springs In Route To Big Bear. Off Of Hwy 330, San Bernardino County, California, 92341, United States
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    Distance: 24.6 km from Lucerne Valley
    Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    ๐ŸŒฒ 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)

    ๐Ÿ•– 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

    ๐Ÿž COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Start with a scenic ยพ-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!

    ๐Ÿ“ LOCATION

    Green Valley Lake โ€“ 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.

    ๐Ÿฅ‡ 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

    ๐Ÿ† Age Groups:

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

    (Separate overall awards for each race distance.)

    ๐Ÿ AWARDS CEREMONY โ€“ COMMUNITY GARDEN

    9:15 AM โ€“ 5K Awards

    9:30 AM โ€“ 10K Awards

    9:45 AM โ€“ Half Marathon Awards

    ๐Ÿง 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

    ๐ŸŽฝ PACKET PICKUP

    Friday, July 31 3:00 PM โ€“ 6:30PM @ Black Dog Social Club

    Saturday (Race Day): 6:30 AM โ€“ 8:30 AM @ Race Site

    ๐Ÿ• 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

    ๐ŸŒ… FRIDAY NIGHT SUNSET RUN (Optional Add-On)

    Friday, August 1 at 7:00 PM โ€“ Sunset Trail 5K

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

    ๐Ÿ’Œ Email: [email protected] to sign up.

    ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™€๏ธ WANT TO RENT MOUNTAIN OR E-BIKES?

    Visit Mountain Life Supply Co.

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

    ๐ŸŒฒ GIVING BACK

    Proceeds benefit The Childrenโ€™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

    ๐Ÿ™ Donations welcome โ€“ Hit the "DONATE" button at registration!

    FINAL NOTES

    This is a scenic mountain course โ€“ 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!

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  • Distance: 23.9 km from Lucerne Valley
    Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    "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!

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  • Distance: 22.6 km from Lucerne Valley
    Sat, Nov 07, 2026

    Ready to push yourself and live an unforgettable experience in the heart of nature? ๐ŸŒฒRevel Big Bear awaits you at Big Bear Lake! This running event is a unique opportunity to dive into the wild beauty of California. Whether you choose the half-marathon or the marathon, each step brings you closer to adventure.

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  • Distance: 22.8 km from Lucerne Valley
    Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    The 12th Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot

    โœจ Whatโ€™s New This Year

    ๐Ÿ“ A new home in the Moonridge Corridor, starting and finishing at Dank Donuts.

    ๐ŸŒฒ A fresh route incluing the new Rathbun Creek Trail, and a memorable lap through the Moonridge Zoo ๐Ÿฆ“๐Ÿฆ™๐Ÿฆ….

    ๐Ÿƒ A paved 3-mile run through the pines thatโ€™s approachable for everyone!

    ๐ŸŽถ Danksgiving Celebration party at the finish line featuring live holiday music and adult beverages ๐Ÿน

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Event Schedule

    8:00 AM - Registration & check-in opens

    9:25 AM - Holiday Warmup Yoga ๐Ÿง˜ with Colin Schour

    9:30 AM - 3-Mile Turkey Trot ๐Ÿฆƒ

    10:00 AM - Danksgiving Party ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿฅ‚ with live music & adult beverages

    10:30 AM - Awards ๐Ÿ† & Costume Contest ๐ŸŽญ

    ๐Ÿ’ธ Registration

    Adults: $40

    Youth (under 18): $25

    Kids Run: Free

    Locals: $5 discount with ID at packet pickup

    No refunds (rain, shine, or snowโ€”itโ€™s all part of the fun).

    ๐ŸŽ Included with Entry:

    ๐ŸŽ„ A holiday finisher ornament

    ๐Ÿง˜ A lighthearted yoga warm-up

    ๐ŸŽญ A lively costume contest

    ๐Ÿฅง Race timing and awards eligibility (elite wave start available for those who's costume is considered worthy).

    ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿน The Danksgiving party at the finish line

    ๐Ÿ“ฆ Packet Pickup

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Monday, Nov 24 โ€“ Wednesday, Nov 26 (4โ€“7 PM): The Yellow Post, 546 Pine Knot Blvd

    ๐Ÿฆƒ Race Morning, Nov 27 (8โ€“9 AM): Dank Donuts, 42612 Moonridge Rd Big Bear Lake, CA

    ๐Ÿ™‹ FAQs

    Strollers & kids? Strollers are welcome, and the kids under 5 are free.

    Refunds? Nope. The Turkey Trot happens in any weather.

    Local discount? Show ID for $5 off.

    Whatโ€™s included? Ornaments, yoga, pie, costumes, music, and memories.

    ๐ŸŽค Closing Note

    The Big Bear Turkey Trot has always been about more than milesโ€”itโ€™s a morning of laughter, costumes, pie, and community. This year, weโ€™ll gather in Moonridge, run the trail, visit the zoo, and then celebrate together at Danksgiving. Weโ€™ll see you out there. ๐Ÿฆƒโœจ

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