Big Bear Spartan Weekend

MAY
16-17
2026
Conquer high-altitude Spartan obstacle races at Big Bear Mountain Resort. The extreme weekend features Sprint, Super, and Beast distances, with a kids race also available. The courses are known for significant elevation gain and descents.
16-17 May 2026
Sprint Super Beast Kids Race

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Event Details

The Big Bear Spartan Weekend takes place on May 16-17, 2026, at the Big Bear Mountain Resort - Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, California. It is rated as an extreme event due to its high altitude, reaching up to 8,200 feet above sea level, and features steep climbs and descents exceeding 1,200 feet. The weekend allows participants to attempt multiple obstacle course races as part of a Trifecta challenge.

Race Distances

Multiple distances are offered:

  • Sprint: 5 km with 20 obstacles, held May 16-17.
  • Super: 10 km with 25 obstacles, held May 17.
  • Beast: 21 km with 30 obstacles, held May 16.
  • Kids Race: 1-3 km with obstacles, held May 16-17.

Additional Information

The event is part of the West National Series and qualifies finishers for the 2026 Trifecta World Championship. A separate Spartan Trail race also occurs during the weekend. Amenities such as bag check and parking are included in the ticket price, and spectator tickets are available. A discounted Trifecta Pass is offered for those wishing to complete all three main races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Beast
10 km
Super
5 km
Sprint
Kids Race

Events nearby

Tough Mudder Big Bear on September 12, 2026 at Bear Mountain near Big Bear Lake offers 5K and 10K obstacle runs plus a Mudder Village spectator experience. Finishers receive 2026 medals, shirts, headbands and a free finisher drink.