South Races
Camarillo Marathon & Half
January 06, 2013 - CamarilloRTDS - 1 Camarillo Marathon an official Boston Qualifier race! certification # CA10041RS. Flat and fast course will run along the famous strawberry fields, along the beautiful Conejo Mountains , wind down towards the Coast Highway, and back around to Freedom Park / starting line. This is a rain or shine event. Visit Website
Seaside Half Marathon
February 24, 2013 - VenturaRTDS - 1 Start / Finish will be at Ventura Promenade park along the beautiful Ocean front board walk at Ventura Beach. Then travel along the Ventura bike path to the Historic Old Rincon Highway along the amazing Ventura Coast line. Miles of Ocean views that will keep you in awe as you stroll to the turn around point and back to the start/finish line. Aid stations every 1.5 miles
Weekend worriers / Beginners / walkers:
Yes, very walker friendly course, mostly flat, plenty of aid stations, and loads of fun! Generous 4:00 hour time limit for the half marathon so take your time and enjoy the scenery, all levels of fitness are welcome at our events. Visit Website
San Luis Obispo Marathon & Half
April 07, 2013 - San Luis ObispoRTDS - 3 SAN LUIS OBISPO MARATHON + HALF PARTNERS WITH PINNACLE TRAINING SYSTEMS TO OFFER TRAINING AND NUTRITION PROGRAMS
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA — The San Luis Obispo Marathon + Half presented by LeftLane Sports has partnered with Pinnacle Training Systems to offer training and nutrition programs for its three races taking place April 6 & 7, 2013. Pinnacle Training Systems’ programs are based on proven sports science, the principle that every athlete is different and coached by certified professionals. Programs are put together for each individual to progress at their own pace and reach the finish line. Participants can register … Visit Website
Run Through the Redlands Half Marathon
April 21, 2013 - RedlandsRTDS - 3 The Run-Through-Redlands, has been one of the biggest running events in the Inland Empire Area for Twenty-Eight years. Proceeds from the run will be distributed to local charities and to provide scholarships for worthy local youth as administered by the Kiwanis Club of Redlands. Visit Website
Ojai Half Marathon
April 28, 2013 - OjaiRTDS - 2 Ojai Half Marathon 5k 10k is a one loop course along the famous Ojai bike trail and you will run right past Lake Casitas too. A rolling hills course that has something for everyone. Come join the fun!
Elite and Advanced runners:
This is the one you have been waiting for... Rolling hills of Ojai and Lake Casitas you can really burn it up here and test your early season skills. No whiners or cry babies need apply
Middle of the pack runners:
Beautiful rolling hills of Ojai and the surrounding area that will have you day dreaming about the entire course. Before you know it you will be crossing that finish line with a smile. You will want to get all your friends to join you on this adventure.
Weekend worriers / Beginners / walkers:
Sooo.... how do you tackle the hills of Ojai? One step at a time of course. there is a generous 4:00 hour time limit for the half marathon so take your time and enjoy the scenery, all levels of fitness are welcome at our events. Visit Website
Mountains to Beach Marathon & Half
May 26, 2013 - OjaiRTDS - 1 Uniquely situated and completely surrounded by beautful mountains, the city of Ojai holds the start of the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon. This point to point race winds through the Ventura River Valley as it makes its way to the pristine beaches of the last great surf town in California, Ventura. Runners will love that 18 of the first 20 miles have a net down hill of over 700 feet, which is prime to make you faster, but not hurt the knees. After a six mile panflake flat tour of beach front Ventura, runners and their families are treated to a finish line party only steps away from the surf and the shops and restaraunts of Historice Downtown Ventura. As a certified Boston Qualifier, the course, the race and the surrounding communities make for the perfect destination marathon.
Event Start Location
Nordhoff High School, Ojai Ca The course begins near Nordoff High School in Ojai with a 10k road loop followed by over 10 miles of downhill, paved bike path before beginning a road and bike path loop near the Ventura Oceanfront. Over the 26.2 miles you will see beautiful mountain peaks, the Ventura River Basin, beach-front Pierpont neighborhood, the gorgeous Ventura Promenade, and more. There is a net downhill of over 700 feet Visit Website
Pasadena Half Marathon
June 30, 2013 - PasadenaRTDS - 1 Our gorgeous Half Marathon course spans the historic Colorado Street Bridge and provides a running tour of Pasadena's many renowned landmarks. Besides the incredible sight-seeing, you'll get a tech shirt & finishers medal, live music at the Finish, free Race Day parking, and a simply incredible day in Pasadena! By the way, in addition to the Half Marathon, we offer several other events: 10K, 5K, and Kids Run (free Kids Zone entry for registered tots!). The Pasadena Marathon has something fun for everyone! Visit Website
Montecito-Summerland Half Marathon
July 20, 2013 - MontecitoRTDS - 3 Welcome to the 2nd Annual Run Montecito – Summerland! This fun and challenging road-running event features a Half Marathon, as well as 10k & 5k distance divisions. Run Montecito – Summerland will start and finish at Café Luna, Summerland’s coolest restaurant and café, centrally located on Lillie Ave. in downtown Summerland.
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Simi Valley Arroyo Creek Half Marathon
August 11, 2013 - Simi ValleyRTDS - 1 The race will start at Rancho Simi Park and run along the Arroyo bike path that is lined with beautiful trees for shade. The bike path runs through the center of Simi Valley and along the arroyo creek that is still home to ducks and cranes soaking up the sun while playing in the gently flowing spring /summer time water. Visit Website
City to the Sea Half Marathon
October 13, 2013 - San Luis ObispoRTDS - 2 The City to the Sea half-marathon course is a point-to-point race that starts in the heart of San Luis Obispo—downtown. The course winds through the city, takes runners on scenic backroads, and ends in the coastal community of Pismo Beach. Visit Website
Conejo Half Marathon
October 14, 2012 - Newbury ParkRTDS - 1 Conquer the hills of Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park this October. A challenging course that has something for everyone. This is an out and back course that is mostly closed to traffic so you can really turn up the jets as you power through the rolling hills of Dos Vientos and surrounding neighborhoods. Visit Website
Santa Clarita Full & Half Marathon
November 03, 2013 - Santa Clarita, CA.RTDS - 2 The Santa Clarita Marathon, which is an official qualifying race for the Boston Marathon, will test the physical boundaries of the human body on Sunday, November 3, 2013. The day will include a full marathon, a half marathon, a 5K run, Mayor’s Walk, and a Kid K run. All races will begin at 7:00 a.m., with the exception of the Kid K, which will begin at 8:30 a.m.
This year, the Santa Clarita Marathon Race Committee will be using the newly open trails along the San Francisquito Creek to be part of the 2013 Half Marathon and Marathon. The new trail system will be used for the majority of the race and will reduce the amount of street closure on McBean Parkway. Visit Website
Santa Barbara Intl. Marathon & Half
November 09, 2013 - Santa Barbara - MEDAL RACERTDS - 2 Located in Southern California’s “American Riviera,” this point-to-point course begins in the scenic Goleta Valley with its lush lemon and avocado orchards, winds through Santa Barbara’s picturesque Mesa community, and finishes with a stunning two-mile descent to the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Finishers and their families can celebrate in charming downtown Santa Barbara with its abundance of quality shops, museums and restaurants, or hop on a wine-tasting or whale-watching tour for some adventure. Combining vibrant cultural sophistication with breathtaking outdoor splendor, Santa Barbara offers the ideal destination marathon. The Select Staffing Santa Barbara International Marathon is a USATF-sanctioned event and a Boston Qualifier. Visit Website
Palos Verdes Half Marathon
November 16, 2013 - Palos VerdesRTDS - 4 Palos Verdes Half and 5k Run& Walk starts and finishes at Pelican Cove adjacent to Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The course follows the coastline allowing participants to enjoy magnificent views of Point Vicente and travels through the picturesque communities of Rancho Palos Verdes and Palos Verdes Estates. The run meanders along Lunada Bay, Bluff Cove and Abalone Cove. You will have scenic vistas, rolling hills, and refreshing sea breezes on this out and back course. This event attracts thousands of runners, walkers and spectators from all over the world. Visit Website
Holly Jolly Half Marathon
December 15, 2013 - CamarilloRTDS - 1 - A 2014 SERIES QUALIFYING RACE Start / Finish will be at the corner of Calle Tecate / Camarillo Ranch rd, just off Flynn Rd in Camarillo business park area. This course is over the mostly flat Camarillo bike path and surrounding neighborhood streets. Slow lane of Adolfo, Mission Oaks, and Flynn will be coned off for runner safety.
Yes we will have prizes for the best holiday costume’s, so come dressed in your favorite Christmas duds and let’s see how creative everyone can get. Visit Website
