Sunday, November 12, 2023
HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES)
The City to the Sea half marathon course is a point-to-point race that starts in downtown San Luis Obispo. The course winds through the city, takes runners along scenic backroads, including the Bob Jones Trail, and ends alongside the Pacific Ocean, with incredible view of the Pacific Ocean, in the coastal community of Pismo Beach.
Half Marathon Start Time: November 12, 2023, 7:00AM
Location: Higuera and Court Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Top 100 finishers receive a 2023 City to the Sea mug! Each half marathon participant receives a 2023 finishers medal + event t-shirt. In addition, runners will receive fresh fruit, hot coffee and for those 21+ one beer.
SEASIDE 5K (3.1 MILES)
Our Seaside 5k course (3.1 miles) is out-and-back and begins and ends in Pismo Beach at Dinosaur Caves Park, near the finish expo for the half marathon. The scenic course winds through the beautiful neighborhoods of Shell Beach with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean. There is one challenging climb on this otherwise gentle course.
5k Start Time: November 12, 2023, 7:30AM
Location: Dinosaur Caves Park, 2701 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Each half marathon participant receives a 2023 finishers medal + event t-shirt. In addition, runners will receive fresh fruit, hot coffee, and for those 21+ one beer.
More Information
After the race, relax on the bluffs by the ocean listening to music, perusing the expo booths, dining on a delicious (and well-earned) breakfast, and participating in fitness activities with your kids. Buses and shuttles will take you back to the start-line area in San Luis Obispo, or to Pismo Beach City Hall. You may also arrange for your own private transportation if you prefer.
Refund Policy
The entry fee paid is non-refundable. We are however happy to defer your registration to 2024 if you contact us with this request by October 12, 2023. Thank you for understanding that almost all of the supplies and services for the event must be purchased well in advance of the actual event date. We have worked hard to ensure there are options available while also being sure we can continue to offer the best quality event year after year.
Questions? Please visit www.citytothesearun.com or email us at [email protected]