La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K

Sat, May 16, 2026, 6:30 AM PDT

Location: San Diego, CA; 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., 92014
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Run one of America's most picturesque point-to-point races, featuring a challenging climb, stunning coastal views, and a finish at La Jolla Cove.

Scenic

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the La Jolla Half Marathon, a truly picturesque point-to-point race along the San Diego coast. Beginning at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the course offers stunning ocean views before a challenging ascent to Torrey Pines State Park. Runners then enjoy rolling terrain through La Jolla mesa and residential areas, culminating in a memorable finish at the iconic La Jolla Cove. A 5K option provides a mostly downhill, scenic route for those seeking a shorter distance.

What to expect

Run a beautiful point-to-point course from Del Mar to La Jolla Cove.
Navigate a challenging climb through Torrey Pines State Park.
Choose between a scenic half marathon or a mostly downhill 5K.

Standout details

America's most picturesque point-to-point race
Challenging climb to Torrey Pines State Park
Finishes at iconic La Jolla Cove
Scenic coastal route

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 6:30 AM PDT · From $48.05
Opens May 17, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes May 31, 2025, 7:59 PM PDT
6.2 Miles
Sat, May 16, 6:30 AM PDT · From $75.56
Opens May 17, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes May 31, 2025, 7:59 PM PDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 6:30 AM PDT · From $106.24
Opens May 17, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes May 31, 2025, 7:59 PM PDT

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From the organizer

The La Jolla Half Marathon is one of America's most picturesque and beautiful point-to-point races. Starting at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the course follows a scenic coastal route before reaching the challenging climb to the summit of Torrey Pines State Park. The course then rolls atop Torrey Pines mesa, continues down through residential La Jolla Shores, and finishes at La Jolla Cove.

For those interested in a shorter option, the La Jolla Shores 5K offers a mostly downhill course and features some of the most scenic views of the last 3.1 miles of the half marathon course.

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