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3 Miles

$43.40 incl. $3.40 Fee 9:30AM PST - 11:00AM PST Price increases after November 22, 2025 at 11:59pm PST

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://www.bigbearturkeytrot.com.

Place

Meadow Park - BIG BEAR LAKE, CA

Description

Join us for the 12th Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot!
Kick off the holiday with a 3-mile fun run or walk on the paved Rathbun Creek Trail including a lap through the Moonridge Zoo!

We're moving locations! After a decade at Meadow Park we're taking advantage of the new Moonridge Cooridor area with a lively Start/Finish at Dank Donuts, a run that follows the Rathbun Creek, and a lap through the Moonridge Zoo. This is going to be our biggest and best Turkey Trot yet!

Things we are bringing back from year's past... Christmas Ornament Finisher Goods!

Things we aren't changing.. Holiday Yoga Warmup, Costume Contest, and Pumpkin Pie Aid Station!

Some new additions.. Danksgiving, our festive after party including Live Holiday Music and Beer Garden!

 

EVENT INFORMATION

Schedule

8AM - Registration Open
9:25AM - Holiday Warmup Yoga w/ Colin Schour
9:30 AM - 3 Mile Run Start
10AM - DANKSGIVING
10:30 AM - Awards & Costume Contest
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Entry Fees
SIGN UP EARLY & SAVE!

3 MILE (price plus fees and tax)
$50 through October 20

Nov 27 & 28: Additional $5 per person. Sign up early and save!

Special Pricing:
--YOUTH (under 18): $25 any distance through Nov 26; $35 on Nov 27 & 28
--LOCAL (must show ID at bib pickup): $5 OFF per person through November 26. 

Adults: Registration after 11/26 adds $5 per person. Sign-up early and save!

 ***There are no refunds for any reason.***

WHAT YOU GET
--Custom shirt
--Commemorative medal
--Custom Bib
--Race Timing
--Eligible for age group awards and costume contest prizes

PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS

#1 - Monday - Wednesday, November 25 - 27, 4-7PM
Location: The Yellow Post, 546 Pine Knot Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

#2 - Thursday, November 28 at the Event Site (Meadow Park), starting at 8AM
Location: Dank Donuts

CATEGORIES
Awards for 3 Mile Top 3 male and female overall and in these age groups. 6 and 9 mile overall and age group winners.

12 & under
13-17
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+

Dress your best. Win prizes in our costume contest!

Important information:​
  • Shirt sizes are chosen upon registration and guaranteed if you register by Oct 22
  • Children under age 5 participate for FREE, but parents or guardians must sign a waiver. Only paid entries receive a shirt, medal, bib, prizes, etc.
  • No refunds or transfers
  • The course closes for all participants at 11:00 AM
  • See our FAQ page for more information

The Big Bear Turkey Trot  is proud to be a signature event for Open Air Big Bear, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  Proceeds from this event support local food banks and outdoor athletic events. 

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

Bear Valley Community Health District
City of Big Bear Lake
Visit Big Bear

Big Bear Vacations

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