From the Organizer
All Bear Creek Race info (including registration links) here: https://brazenracing.com/bearcreek/
5K, 10K and half marathon in Briones Regional Park, Lafayette, California.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Berkeley, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Orinda, CA
Nearest Airport
OAK
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bear Creek, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bear Creek?
- Bear Creek is a running race held in Orinda, California on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bear Creek?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Orinda, California at 1611 Bear Creek Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bear Creek?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bear Creek
Aug 8, 2026