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Monterey Spartan Event Weekend

Name: Monterey Spartan Event Weekend
Start: 2026-05-30
End: 2026-05-31
Location: Salinas

Salinas, United States • 30-31 May 2026

Monterey Spartan Event Weekend, May 30 and 31, 2026

The event takes place at Toro Park near Salinas, California. The venue features wooded areas, dense vegetation, rolling hills and ocean views, and is described as a long-standing Northern California Spartan location. Course terrain includes rugged trails, climbs and open field sections. Course maps are subject to change.

Race amenities and logistics listed for the weekend include bag check, parking, on-site processing and Lock N Roll lockers. Prices are stated to include all fees. Spectator access and a dedicated spectator offering are noted. The weekend also features Spartan Trail races.

Distances and event formats

Sprint 5 km: 20 obstacles, avg duration 1 h 32 m 12 s
Super 10 km: 25 obstacles
Kids Race 1 to 3 km: short course with obstacles

Nearby points of interest named in event information include Monterey Bay, coastal towns, beaches, local trails, wineries and a world-class aquarium. The listing includes historic racer feedback and notes from previous years about course features and venue logistics. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Salinas

Race information

Website

10 km

Super 10k

5 km

Sprint 5k

Kids Race

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 9

Race For Open Space

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Experience the diverse landscapes of Monterey County with courses ranging from a family friendly 1 mile run to a 35K trail race through the Palo Corona Backcountry. Enjoy exclusive access to protected lands and coastal vistas.

Sunday May 10

Mother's Day Run & Walk

Celebrate Mother's Day on May 10th with a family-friendly run or walk. The event, held at Pinto Lake County Park, features a 1K kids run, 5K, and 10K. Your participation benefits Pajaro Valley Shelter Services.

Sunday May 31

Toro Park Trail Run

Toro Park Trail Run in Salinas presents scenic trail routes through rolling golden hills and oak stands. Distances include a 10K, a half marathon and a 50K and the weekend also features Spartan obstacle races.

Saturday Jun 13

Henry W. Coe Hunting Hollow 10K

San Martin

5 km

10 km

Annual 5 km and 10 km run and walk in Hunting Hollow at Henry W. Coe State Park, on a relatively flat dirt road through valleys with late spring wildflowers and possible wildlife sightings. Proceeds support Pine Ridge Association projects a..