Date/Time
Date(s) - 02/23/2025
Categories
Surfer’s Path 10k & 5k
Welcome to the Surfer’s Path 10k & 5k! This event captures the essence of the epic Surfer’s Path Half Marathon course, albeit in a condensed form. While the distance may be reduced, the scenery remains absolutely breathtaking. Participants will be treated to enchanting beachfront and bluff views of the stunning Monterey Bay along the majestic Santa Cruz County coastline. Traverse the iconic Surfer’s Path, passing by some of the world’s most famous surf breaks. As you reach the finish area, located in the heart of Capitola Village, immerse yourself in surf music and festive celebrations. Gather your friends, join in this event, and create lasting memories in this picturesque setting. Surfs Up!
Registration includes access to an amazing coastal course, chip timing and bib, custom finishers medallion, commemorative event shirt, course management and support and post event refreshments. Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. If for any reason the event can not take place in-person it will be produced virtually. If you can not participate in the 2025 event, please write to us following the event and your event shirt will be mailed to you. Medals are for finishers only.
Race Day Registration
Registration will be available near the start line race morning beginning at 7:00am.
Bib Pick-Up
Friday, February 21
4pm – 7pm
Sports Basement Campbell
1875 S. Bascom Ave. Suite 240
Campbell, CA 95008
Saturday, February 22
10am – 4pm
REI – Santa Cruz
1662 Commercial Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Race Day Bib Pick-Up
Those unable to attend packet pick-up on Friday or Saturday, may pick up their bib race morning for $10.
Start Location
The Start Line is located on 41st Ave near the intersection of Portola Drive at 816 41st Ave Santa Cruz 95062.
Start Times
8:00am: 10k
8:10am: 5k
Finish Line
The Finish Line is located at the corner of Esplanade and San Jose Ave, at 203 Esplanade in Capitola Village.
Race Day Parking
The Surfer’s Path 10k/5k courses are designed to maximize coastal views and offer optimal turn around locations. To accomplish this, the start and finish areas are set in two locations, less than a mile apart. We recommend parking mid-way between the start and finish and enjoy a short pre-event warm up and post event warm down. There is plenty of free, on-street parking between the start and finish areas.
If you are planning to be dropped off near the start line, drivers can continue to Capitola Village parking lots above Capitola Village and the finish area. Access to Beach and Village Parking Lots 1 & 2 (Upper and Lower) is on Capitola Ave, Bay Avenue and Monterey Avenue. Parking costs for these lots is $0.50 an hour for up to 12 hours.
There is NO PARKING in business lots located along 41st Ave between Melton Street and Court Drive, and on Portola Drive, between 36th Ave and Adriene Way. Vehicles will be subject to posted parking restrictions at these locations.
Course Management
The course is managed at a 20 minute per mile pace. If you are passed by the event crew, you will be asked to move onto the sidewalk. Once you are on the sidewalk, you must follow all traffic laws deemed by the County of Santa Cruz.
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