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San Diego
San Diego Half Marathon
The San Diego Half Marathon has been designed to carry runners over a spectacular 13.1-mile USATF-certified course, while showcasing one…
Next edition
2027 · 21 Mar 2027
Where
🇺🇸 San Diego, United States of America
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About
The race
The San Diego Half Marathon has been designed to carry runners over a spectacular 13.1-mile USATF-certified course, while showcasing one of the world’s most beautiful cities! Our signature scenic route begins at Petco Park and winds through downtown to Harbor Drive with views of San Diego Bay, San Diego’s skyline, Spanish Landing and Cancer Survivor Park. Then it makes its way through historic Liberty Station while passing NTC Park and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Next it’s up Washington Street through Mission Hills and Hillcrest. The last few miles coast downhill, passing the scenic palm trees that line Balboa Park and lead right back into downtown, with an unforgettable 5th Avenue finish – featuring a live jumbotron and Gaslamp Block Party! USATF Certification Code: CA15077RS.
Location
San Diego, United States of America
North America · typically 15°C (59°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
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Start and Finish Logistics
Start at Petco Park, finish on 5th Avenue: arrange gear check and post-race meet-up in the Gaslamp Quarter.
From the layout, description
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Dress for the Temperature
Typical race-day temp is 14.8°C—cool enough for a light layer at the start, but you'll warm up downtown.
From the temperature, description
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Pace the Climb
The main climb is up Washington Street through Mission Hills and Hillcrest; hold back there to save energy.
From the description
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Use the Downhill Finish
The last few miles coast downhill past Balboa Park into downtown; use that to push toward the 5th Avenue finish.
From the description
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Trust the Certified Course
The course is USATF-certified (CA15077RS) and 13.1 miles; keep an even effort on the scenic Harbor Drive stretch.
From the description
In San Diego
Getting Around
Use the San Diego Trolley or walk from the Gaslamp Quarter to navigate downtown on race day.
Spectator Spots
The Gaslamp Block Party at the finish is a prime viewing spot, as is Harbor Drive along the bay.
Post-Race Recovery
After the race, take a gentle walk through Balboa Park or relax at Embarcadero Marina Park.
Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.
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