San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 6:30 AM PDT
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- 1292 E Mission Bay Dr, 92109
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Experience San Diego's stunning coastline on this award-winning, flat, and fast half marathon, perfect for scenic views and a personal best.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveGreat for: runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon offers an award-winning loop course along San Diego’s stunning coastline. Runners will experience beautiful beaches and picturesque bays, passing iconic landmarks like SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, and Sail Bay. With only 165 feet of total elevation gain, this is one of California’s flattest and fastest half marathons, making it an ideal choice for those aiming for a personal record or seeking a memorable destination race experience.
What to expect
- Run along an award-winning loop course showcasing San Diego’s beautiful beaches and picturesque bays.
- Enjoy a remarkably flat and fast course with only 165 feet of elevation gain.
- Pass by iconic sights including SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach.
Standout details
- Award-winning loop course
- California’s flattest and fastest half marathon
- Only 165 feet of total elevation gain
- Run past SeaWorld, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach
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Distances & registration
6 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM PDT · From $54.00
Opens Oct 13, 2025, 1:39 PM PDT · Closes Nov 7, 2025, 6:59 PM PST
- 6.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 7:15 AM PDT · From $64.60
Opens Oct 13, 2025, 1:39 PM PDT · Closes Nov 7, 2025, 6:59 PM PST
- 13.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 AM PDT · From $117.60
Opens Oct 13, 2025, 1:39 PM PDT · Closes Nov 7, 2025, 6:59 PM PST
+ 3 more optionsHide
Virtual Half Marathon
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM PDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST · Closes Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST
Virtual 10K
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM PDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST · Closes Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST
Virtual 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM PDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST · Closes Nov 18, 2025, 3:15 PM PST
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady Effortlonger distance
half marathon distance, hilly area, typically mild weather
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon is an award-winning loop course along some of the best of San Diego’s coastline. Experience beautiful beaches to picturesque bays, you’ll run past SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, and Sail Bay — the best of San Diego in one unforgettable course.
With only 165 feet of total elevation gain, this is one of California’s flattest and fastest half marathons — perfect for chasing a PR or enjoying the ultimate destination race in San Diego.
Register today and join us on April 11, 2026.
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