Silver Strand Half Marathon
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Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K and 5K - Coronado to Imperial Beach
The event offers road races along the Silver Strand route from Coronado to Imperial Beach on the closed Silver Strand Highway 79. Runners pass with the Pacific Ocean on the right and San Diego Bay on the left, and all races finish at Silver Strand State Beach.
Available distances
- Half Marathon
- 10 Miler
- 12K (7.45 miles)
- 5K
The event includes chip timing, bibs, age group awards, and finisher medals shaped like surfboard fins. All participants receive a Hawaiian button-down shirt or a Hawaiian dress as part of the race swag. Live music and entertainment are present along the course and at the finish, including a DJ and the Taku Drummers, and there is a beer garden and live band at the beach finish. Finish line treats are provided.
A virtual race option and duo race entries are offered. The race supports charitable causes including the Life Sports Foundation, Team Hoyt, and Islander Sports Foundation. Special discounted pricing is available for enlisted military, veterans, and for police, fire, and other first responders with valid identification required at packet pick-up. Parking and transport options are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
