UPDATED AUGUST 8, 2023
If you're going to be running long distances, you'll want to be doing it in Huntington Beach - Surf City USA®. The iconic Pacific Coast Highway makes for the perfect flat running terrain, and it's a prime location to feel the ocean breeze and run to the rhythm of the waves. Whether you're an HB running regular or you're looking for a new course to try, learn more about the city's annual running events below.
Surf City 10
Back to Top of ListSeptember 17, 2023
Experience California's perfect 10. Run along PCH and take in sandy beaches, palm tree-studded hills, wave-surfing dolphins, and more. Participants have the option to run 10 miles, a 10K, or a 5K. Whatever your distance, your registration includes the following:
- Flat and fast USATF certified course
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Surf-themed finisher medal
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Surf City 10 tote bag
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Custom designed tech tee
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Complimentary beer post-race
Surf City Marathon
Back to Top of ListFebruary 2 - 4, 2024
The annual marathon will feature a beach mile, 5K, half marathon, and marathon. The oceanfront course takes you through the best of Huntington Beach, from Pacific Coast Highway to Central Park. The mostly flat course is perfect for new marathoners and is even used by some as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
5K - Sunday, February 4
Start Time: 7 a.m.
Start/Finish Location: Intersection of Pacific Coast Highway & Huntington Street
Time Limit: 2 hours
Half Marathon - Sunday, February 4
Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
Start/Finish Location: Intersection of Pacific Coast Highway & Huntington Street
Time Limit: 4.5 hours, course is open for those keeping a 13:43 minute/mile pace - finish line will remain open until 1:30 p.m.
Half Marathon Wave Start: The half marathon will use a wave start with runner groups of approximately 1,000 going off at 2-3 minute intervals. The wave start will allow plenty of space on the course and at aid stations and finish line. All waves are self-seeded. Keep an eye out for the pace-per-mile signs along the start chute to place yourself accordingly. Your chip time will not begin recording until you cross the start line.
