Big Bear Spartan Weekend
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Event overview
The Big Bear Spartan Trifecta Weekend is scheduled for May 16-17, 2026 at Big Bear Mountain Resort - Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, California. The weekend is a Trifecta event offering Sprint, Super, and Beast races, and is part of the West National Series. The location reaches about 8,200 feet above sea level and the course includes descents of over 1,200 feet. Course maps are subject to change depending on conditions.
Course and obstacles
Races take place on off-road, high-altitude terrain with significant climbs and steep descents. Standard Spartan obstacles listed for this venue include Atlas Carry, A-frame Cargo, Barbed Wire Crawl, Fire Jump, Inverted Wall, Bucket Carry, Hercules Hoist, Multi-Rig, Rope Climb, Sandbag Carry, Slip Wall, Spear Throw, and various walls. The event also features a Spartan Trail Race during the same weekend.
Distances and entry details
- Sprint - 5 km, 20 obstacles
- Super - 10 km, 25 obstacles
- Beast - 21 km, 30 obstacles
- Kids Race - 1-3 km, with obstacles
Prices listed include fees, and the event notes bag check, parking, and processing. Service members and certain first responder roles may be eligible for up to 25% off through GOVX verification. Finishers receive a Sprint finisher medal and a finisher tee; completing Super and Beast in the same year qualifies for a Trifecta medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
