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Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run

Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run

Morro Bay, California, United States View on map
Jul 18, 2026 (America/Los_Angeles local time)
Running

About this race

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

Join us on Saturday, July 18, 2026, for the 56th annual Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Fun Run and the 12th 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
A challenging and scenic out-and-back course starting at Morro Rock, heading to the Cayucos Pier, and returning south. At mile 10.5, runners will detour through Cloisters Park before finishing back at Morro Rock.
Course closes at 12:00 PM.

Race Day Details
Both events start at 8:00 AM

Water/Aid Stations throughout course!

Expect wet shoes—this is a true beach run!
Post-race breakfast and awards at Morro Rock
Bus transportation provided from Cayucos Pier back to Morro Rock for Rock to Pier participants
Parking is limited in Cayucos; ample parking available at Morro Rock (arrive early!)

Extras & Notes
Limited shirt sizes available (some sizes sold out)
Dogs are not allowed on the course due to Snowy Plover nesting season

Come celebrate tradition, community, and coastal beauty in one of California’s most unique running events. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or soaking in the scenery, this is a run you won’t forget!

Pick your distance

Running

10k Run

Jul 18, 2026 10K 8:00 AM
$90.00
Closed

Virtual Rock to Pier

This option is a virtual run. Pick your date between July 1 and July 31, pick your location in your neighborhood, in a park or on your treadmill, walk or run 6 miles, submit your time. Please run in your community observing social distancing and all applicable traffic laws.

Jul 18, 2026 9.7K 8:00 AM
$90.00
Closed

1/2 Marathon

Jul 18, 2026 Half-Marathon 8:00 AM
$140.00
Closed

Typical race-day weather

Based on 9 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Morro Bay.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-day average) 11.8° / Maximum temperature (race-day average) 17.8°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 11.8° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 17.8°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (race-day average)
12.8
Precip (mm)
Average precipitation (race-day average)
0.0mm
Humidity
Average relative humidity (race-day average)
88.3%

Course

Route map and elevation profile

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Results — Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run

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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.

  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Morro Bay events

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