Scheduled for May 17, 2025, the La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K offers runners a unique opportunity to traverse some of Southern California's most beautiful landscapes. The half marathon begins at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, guiding runners along a coastal path before challenging them with the ascent through Torrey Pines State Park. The course continues atop Torrey Pines mesa, through La Jolla Shores, and concludes at La Jolla Cove. For those seeking a shorter distance, the 5K race starts at the corner of La Jolla Shores Drive and Horizon Way, following a mostly downhill route with stunning ocean views, and finishes at the same location as the half marathon.
Races
Half Marathon
5km
Race Date:
17 May, 2025
The La Jolla Half Marathon, scheduled for May 17, 2025, is a scenic point-to-point race that starts at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and follows a coastal route, culminating in a challenging climb up Torrey Pines State Park before finishing at La Jolla Cove. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, this race is renowned for its beautiful course and strong community support, making it a favorite among runners seeking a memorable and challenging race experience.
Race Date:
17 May, 2025
The La Jolla 5km, also set for May 17, 2025, provides a shorter but equally scenic option, starting near La Jolla Shores and finishing at La Jolla Cove. This mostly downhill course, organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, offers participants the chance to enjoy beautiful coastal views and a festive race atmosphere.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the La Jolla Half Marathon?
How long is the La Jolla Half Marathon?
Where does the La Jolla Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the La Jolla Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the La Jolla Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the La Jolla Half Marathon?
The La Jolla Half Marathon, scheduled for May 17, 2025, is a scenic point-to-point race that starts at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and follows a coastal route, culminating in a challenging climb up Torrey Pines State Park before finishing at La Jolla Cove. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, this race is renowned for its beautiful course and strong community support, making it a favorite among runners seeking a memorable and challenging race experience.
The La Jolla Half Marathon is 21km long.
The La Jolla Half Marathon takes place in La Jolla, California, USA.
The La Jolla Half Marathon elevation gain is 134 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the La Jolla Half Marathon?
The La Jolla Half Marathon, scheduled for May 17, 2025, is a scenic point-to-point race that starts at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and follows a coastal route, culminating in a challenging climb up Torrey Pines State Park before finishing at La Jolla Cove. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, this race is renowned for its beautiful course and strong community support, making it a favorite among runners seeking a memorable and challenging race experience.
How long is the La Jolla Half Marathon?
The La Jolla Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the La Jolla Half Marathon take place?
The La Jolla Half Marathon takes place in La Jolla, California, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the La Jolla Half Marathon?
The La Jolla Half Marathon elevation gain is 134 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the La Jolla Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the La Jolla Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the La Jolla 5km?
How long is the La Jolla 5km?
Where does the La Jolla 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the La Jolla 5km?
How can I prepare for the La Jolla 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the La Jolla 5km?
The La Jolla 5km, also set for May 17, 2025, provides a shorter but equally scenic option, starting near La Jolla Shores and finishing at La Jolla Cove. This mostly downhill course, organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, offers participants the chance to enjoy beautiful coastal views and a festive race atmosphere.
The La Jolla 5km is 5km long.
The La Jolla 5km takes place in La Jolla, California, USA.
Runna classifies the La Jolla 5km elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the La Jolla 5km?
The La Jolla 5km, also set for May 17, 2025, provides a shorter but equally scenic option, starting near La Jolla Shores and finishing at La Jolla Cove. This mostly downhill course, organized by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla, offers participants the chance to enjoy beautiful coastal views and a festive race atmosphere.
How long is the La Jolla 5km?
The La Jolla 5km is 5km long.
Where does the La Jolla 5km take place?
The La Jolla 5km takes place in La Jolla, California, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the La Jolla 5km?
Runna classifies the La Jolla 5km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the La Jolla 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the La Jolla 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Coastal
Nature
Major City
Fun Run
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