Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
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This award-winning course is considered one of the best courses in the country and is well known for being scenic and flat.
The race starts along the Pacific Coast Highway and passes by the famous Huntington Beach pier, where runners will enjoy the beauty of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands as they turn. All participants finish down the Pacific Coast Highway and kick it up a notch for the crowds at Main Street on their way to a monumental finish line moment and continue their celebrations at the “Sand Bar” right on the beach!
Training For a Race? Try This Challenge
Training for a race? Take on the West Coast Trail Challenge and use the power of team accountability to help you stay motivated!
During the West Coast Trail virtual team challenge your team of 1 – 4 people will work together and take a 75 km (47 mi) journey along one of the most popular/scenic hikes in the world!
Each time anyone on your team runs, walks, or hikes your team advances along an interactive map towards the finish.
Your team members can be located anywhere in the world!
Unlock special badges and earn an embroidered finisher’s patch as you make your way along the trail.
The West Coast Trail virtual challenge is built for everyone. Start the challenge anytime, your team time doesn’t begin until you start your team clock.
Use the leaderboard to compare your time to teams that have completed the challenge in the past. Or, set your own goal and complete the challenge at your own pace!
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