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San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon

San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon

San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course along stunning coastline and bays.

Race Date

Apr 10, 2027

Location

San Diego, CA

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Quick facts

Date
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Location
San Diego, California
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Spectator SupportGreat SwagWell Organized

Course

Fast FlatScenic Route

The Experience

The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon winds through a scenic loop showcasing the best of San Diego's coastal beauty. Runners will pass iconic landmarks including SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, and Sail Bay, experiencing a blend of beaches and picturesque bays.

This USATF-certified course is renowned for its flatness, with minimal elevation gain, making it an ideal setting for runners aiming for personal bests. The race typically sees around 3,500 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 43 states, highlighting its appeal as a destination event.

With typical race-day temperatures ranging from 53–66°F, the event offers a pleasant running environment. While repeat-runner loyalty is around 11%, the growing field size and its reputation as a fast, scenic route continue to attract runners seeking a memorable half marathon experience.

Race-provided description

Run along San Diego’s stunning coastline in the Beach & Bay Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K a flat, fast race perfect for PRs. Register today!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, April 10, 2027

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

1344 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA, 92109

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Coastal, Lake River

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Quality Score

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Methodology
Heritage16/20

8 years running

Size15/15

~2,798 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty11/20

11% returning runners

Course & details15/15

USATF certified · 6 timing sources · 8 photos

National draw10/10

runners from 43 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:04:26

Weather5/10

typical high 68°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

71°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

7 mph

Wind

78%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon?

The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon is held on Saturday, April 10, 2027.

Where does the San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in San Diego, California.

What distances does the San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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