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Big Sur Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Mile

The course to the Big Sur Trail Marathon runs along a wide dirt road (Old Coast Road), taking runners through gorgeous forests and hills, and surrounding them with bay, oak, and redwood tree groves. And if you make it to the Pacific Ocean bluffs, you'll be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Big Sur coastline!

When: October
(This trail race takes place in October each year. Visit race website link below for details.)

Location: California, United States
Geographic Area: Andrew Molera State Park
Nearby City: Big Sur

Event 1: Race Length: 26.2 miles (42.2 km) Elevation Gain: 5,700 feet (+218 ft/mi) High Point: 1,300 feet Low Point: 200 feet	Event 2: Race Length: 13.1 miles (21.1 km) Elevation Gain: 2,880 feet (+220 ft/mi) High Point: 1,300 feet Low Point: 200 feet
Event 3: Race Length: 5 miles (8 km) Elevation Gain: 820 feet (+164 ft/mi) Elevation Loss: 820 feet (-164 ft/mi) High Point: 1,020 feet Low Point: 200 feet

Additional Information

Website URL: http://www.envirosports.com/events/event.php?eventid=2324 (opens new window)
Phone: 415-868-1829

Details

This race is limited to 300 participants and sells out every year, so register early! Runners caught using audio devices will be disqualified.

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Submitted On: 10/02/2008

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