Monterey Spartan Event Weekend
Salinas, California, United States
May, 2027 (TBD)
5k, 10k, OCR
Race Information
The Spartan Race is a series of obstacle course races designed to test endurance, strength, and agility. Participants can choose from different race types, including Sprint, Super, and Beast, each with varying levels of difficulty and distance. The races feature obstacles like walls, ropes, mud pits, and natural terrains like hills and streams. The events are open to all fitness levels, from beginners to elite athletes. The Spartan Race was created by Joe De Sena, a former Wall Street trader, to inspire people to push themselves to their limits and live more active, fulfilling lives.
Welcome to beautiful Salinas, California. Located just six miles from downtown Salinas, this park is teeming with picturesque woods, rolling golden hills, and features some of the most ideal coastal California weather you will find. A true fan favorite, this course boasts all the demanding features that you've come to know from Spartan; brutal climbs, open field sprints, and our famous punishing obstacles, all ready to set your muscles ablaze.
Pound your way through these rugged trails while enjoying some of the most beautiful views the Golden State has to offer. While your muscles will be on fire, begging for mercy, the awe-inspiring scenery makes everything worth it. What an amazing place to truly become unbreakable.
This weekend also features Spartan Trail Races.
✈️ Destination Run Pick: Circle K Pensacola Double Bridge Run
📍 Pensacola, FL - February 13, 2027
The Circle K Pensacola Double Bridge Run, a Pensacola Sports event is one of the most scenic and beloved 15K races in the Southeast. This fan-favorite race connects historic Downtown Pensacola to the sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach, including two breathtaking bridge crossings over Pensacola Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.
Make a weekend of it! Enjoy Pensacola’s sugar-white beaches, walkable downtown, coastal dining, and warm Southern hospitality. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply chasing the sunrise over the bay, the Circle K Pensacola Double Bridge Run is your bridge to an unforgettable running experience.
Register by October 31 to beat the next price increase and guarantee your spot!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Obstacle
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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