Green Valley Lake 5k/10k/& Half Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
• Location: Green Valley Lake, CA (between Running Springs and Big Bear in the San Bernardino Mountains)
• Race URL: Green Valley Lake Race
• Start Times: Half Marathon at 7:30am, 5k/10K at 8:30am

🌲 Course Description

• Best Course: Starts flat along the lake and gradually ascends with a 400-foot climb
• Beautiful Terrain: Experience breathtaking views with forest service roads and pine trees
• Support Stations: Course support and water stations every 1.5 miles
• First 1.5 Miles: Paved track, the rest on forest service roads

🏅 Awards and Recognition

• Custom Event Shirts: Quality shirts for participants
• Finisher Medals: All finishers receive medals
• Awards Ceremony: Held at the Community Garden on Main Street
• Age Division Awards: Three deep in 5-year age spans up to 80+

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

• Community Activities: Live band music, food, and awards after the race
• Packet Pickup: Race morning from 6:30am to 8:30am, or afternoon before from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
• Food Options: Enjoy food available for purchase and coffee inside the Black Dog Social
• Community Welcome: Expect a warm welcome from local residents

🌄 Mountain Weekend Experience

• Accommodations: Numerous Air B & Bs and campgrounds are available
• Sunset Run: Join the 3.1 miles sunset run on Friday evening
• Explore: Activities include Keller Peak and various local attractions
• Bike Rentals: Mountain and electric bike rentals available

❤️ Community Impact

• Beneficiary: Proceeds support the Children’s Forest and Southern California Mountains Foundation
• Environmental Education: Encourages youth to engage in forest management
• Supporting Local Entities: Collaborations with the Community Garden and Museum
• Donations: Donations help support community projects and initiatives