GREEN VALLEY LAKE 5K / 10K / HALF MARATHON
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
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 – 6:30 PM @ 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.
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!
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!