Santa Cruz Westside Half Marathon 10k/5k
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Apr 19, 2026 - Sunday
5k, 10k, Half-marathon
Race Information
The Santa Cruz Westside Half Marathon 10k/5k is a beautifully scenic run/walk traveling the majestic coastline of Santa Cruz, California. The event starts at the Historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and travels along scenic West Cliff Drive, offering ocean views to the turnaround along the ocean bluffs in Wilder Ranch State Park, and returns to the finish on Cowells Beach.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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