Course Descriptions
Sand Marathon: Embrace all the grit and the wind our fine Pacific Ocean has in store for you. You run starts on Bolstad at the beach’s edge and heads south to Beard’s Hollow where you make your turnaround to head north. Now your other side of your face will receive that gentle breeze from the sea as the long leg begins all the way to Ocean Park. With visions of clam chowder before your eyes (or was that more sand?), you head back south to the finish line. There will be at least two aid stations along the way for you and, once finished, you can enjoy the finish line festivities, including the food, well deserved beverage and award ceremony.
Half-Marathon, 10k & 5K Run/Walks: These courses begin and end at the iconic Long Beach Arch. You will run along wide, paved, very scenic bike paths that will take you along the peninsula with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean. Once finished, participants can enjoy the finish line festivities, including the Health & Wellness Expo and award ceremony.
Sunset 5K Sand Run & Walk with the Dogs: Bring your favorite dog(s) and get ready for the Sunset 5K Sand Run & Walk that will take you along the shoreline for magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean and the amazing sunsets it showcases. This is a great event for your family and friends, kick off your weekend with a stroll in the sand, or see how fast you can complete your race earning your place on the podium for the 5th Annual Pacific Coast Running Festival!
Kids Run
We’ve got to start them young! Our Kids ½ mile and 1-mile Kids Dash events accomplish two things. First, we introduce our kiddos to running, and a fun, active lifestyle, and secondly, we teach our kids how to give back because 100% of the proceeds from their participation in these events support Backpacks for Kids. If you haven’t done so yet, register your Kids for these events and provide them incredible Pacific Ocean racing memories too!
KIDS 1 Mile & 1/2 Mile Dash
1 Mile & 1/2 Mile Dashes all start at the Arch, on Bolstad.




