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Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run 2027

Date
Saturday, July 17, 2027
Start time
8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From $55 · goes up to $65 on May 1, 2027
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
10k Run10KJul 17, 20278:00 AM$55$65 after May 1, 2027940
1/2 MarathonHalf MarathonJul 17, 20278:00 AM$85$105 after May 1, 2027340
Virtual Rock to PierVirtual10KJul 17, 20278:00 AM$55$65 after May 1, 2027–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 10k Run: $55 until May 1, then $65 until Jul 1, then $80 until Jul 15, then $90 until Jul 17.
  • 1/2 Marathon: $85 until May 1, then $105 until Jul 1, then $125 until Jul 15, then $140 until Jul 17.

Online registration closes Jul 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $85, entry is about 70 percent above a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a half marathon in California runs 2:19:26, about 10:38 a mile, based on 156 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:28:13 and men in 2:09:53.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:00 AM, and the 10k Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 580 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

end of Coleman Dr, Morro Bay, CA 93442

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

Typical race-day weather

Around July 17 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 84°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 0% of days. Cold snaps dip to 50°F and hot years reach 94°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pick-up Information

Morro Bay Recreation will be hosting packet pick-up on Friday July 16, the day prior to the race. Packet pick-up will be hosted from 3 pm to 7:00 pm. Address: 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, CA, 93442. Included: race bib. race t-shirt. DAY…

Awards

Age Group Awards

Age Groups: 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in both Male/Female.

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Race details

Where
end of Coleman Dr, Morro Bay, CA 93442Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 580 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt (Women's size run small)
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
10K, Half Marathon
Editions
2027 (Jul 17, 2027), 2026 (Jul 18, 2026), 2025 (Jul 12, 2025), 2024 (Jul 20, 2024), 2023 (Jul 22, 2023), 2022 (Jul 16, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run?
Saturday, July 17, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $55 before processing fees, and rises to $65 on May 1, 2027.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Jul 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for California?
At $85, entry is about 70 percent above a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
10K, Half Marathon.
Where does it start?
end of Coleman Dr, Morro Bay, CA 93442.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

Run the Coast. Honor a Legacy. Experience the Central Coast at its Best!

Join us on Saturday, July 17, 2027, for the 57th annual Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Fun Run and the 13th annual Rock’n Around the Pier Half Marathon, starting at 8:00 AM.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Central Coast, both events begin at Morro Rock and take runners along the shoreline for an unforgettable beach-running experience.

Event Options

Rock to Pier Fun Run (6 miles)

Run from Morro Rock to the iconic Cayucos Pier, finishing right at the pier. This beach run is open to all ages and abilities—perfect for seasoned runners and first-timers alike.

Rock’n Around the Pier Half Marathon

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