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Big River Adventure

Sat, May 22, 2027
In 201 days
Mendocino, CA
Big River State Park
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2026

49–60°F

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2025

48–57°F

dry

2024

49–57°F

dry

2023

52–64°F

dry

2022

47–64°F

dry

2021

43–62°F

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2020

49–59°F

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2019

49–61°F

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2018

51–61°F

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2017

51–66°F

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About this race

Welcome to the 26th annual Big River Adventure!

Join us for a unique race experience where you can choose your adventure to run, swim, walk, or paddle your way through the scenic beauty of Mendocino County's Big River.

For the past 26 years, Cancer Resource Centers of Mendocino County has been bringing our community together for this special fundraising event. While the activities may change from year to year, our mission remains steadfast: to honor and remember those impacted by cancer, and to raise vital funds to support free services for individuals facing cancer in Mendocino County.

Starting at the Big River boat launch, participants will embark on a journey filled with stunning views and the shared goal of making a difference in the lives of others.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure! Register now and be part of something truly meaningful.

To keep this family-friendly event affordable and accessible to our community, we will not be providing t-shirts this year.

Here is a link to a trail map

•             5k runners will run east on the haul road to the 5k turn around.

•             10k runners dash east on the haul road to the 10K turn around (10K map).

•             5k "Fun" Walkers will follow the 5k runners route.

•             Kiddie run will begin at the boat launch

•             Swimmers will dive in at the boat lunch and swim east up Big River

•             Paddlers will begin at the boat launch and paddle east up Big River  *Please note you must bring your own vessel.

There are multiple race age divisions. Note: Participants between the ages of 6 and 17 may enter any race division at a discounted rate of $20 at signup.

Race Contact Info

Phone / Teléfono: (707) 937-3833

E-mail / Correo electrónico: [email protected]

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