City to the Sea Half Marathon
A point-to-point run from downtown San Luis Obispo to the Pacific at Avila Beach, finishing on the Bob Jones Trail after miles of coastal backroads.
Quick facts
- Point-to-point from downtown San Luis Obispo to the coast at Avila Beach.
- Final miles run on the paved Bob Jones Trail.
- Organized by the San Luis Distance Club, with a 5K on the same morning.
- Course maps and GPX files are published ahead of race weekend.
About the City to the Sea Half Marathon
This is the Central Coast's signature half, run by the San Luis Distance Club and shaped by its finish location rather than its clock. Runners end at the ocean in Avila Beach, which makes the shuttle and gear logistics worth the extra planning.
Course
The route leaves Mission Plaza in downtown San Luis Obispo, moves onto quiet country backroads, then picks up the paved Bob Jones Trail for the run down to Avila Beach. It is point-to-point and trends toward the coast, so the finish arrives with the ocean in view.
Race-day weather
A 7:00 October start on the Central Coast usually means cool air and marine layer near the water. Fog can hold into the later miles, and the inland middle section is where the sun tends to break through first.
Past City to the Sea Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
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City to the Sea Half Marathon FAQ
When is the City to the Sea Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 City to the Sea Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Does the City to the Sea Half Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 City to the Sea Half Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
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