Spartan Trail - Monterey
Spartan Trail Monterey offers a challenging half marathon and 10K on Toro Park's rugged terrain.
Race Date
May 30, 2027
Location
Salinas, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, May 30, 2027
- Location
- Salinas, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spartan Trail series comes to Toro Park in Salinas, California, offering a demanding half marathon and 10K. This race is set amidst the rolling hills and natural beauty of the park, providing a true trail running experience.
The course is designed to test runners with its varied terrain. Expect a mix of climbs and descents as you navigate the park's extensive trail system. This is not a flat, fast road race; it's an opportunity to challenge yourself on natural ground.
Runners can anticipate a focused, no-frills race atmosphere geared towards the trail running community. The reward is the accomplishment of conquering the course and enjoying the rugged California landscape.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Rural
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Spartan Trail - Monterey?
The Spartan Trail - Monterey is held on Sunday, May 30, 2027.
Where does the Spartan Trail - Monterey take place?
It takes place in Salinas, California.
What distances does the Spartan Trail - Monterey offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Spartan Trail - Monterey course flat and good for a PR?
The Spartan Trail - Monterey is a hilly, loop course course.
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