Monterey Bay Half
Road Running covering 3 km to 26.1 km in Santa Cruz (California, United States)
Monterey Bay Half is an endurance sporting event in Santa Cruz, California, US focused on Road Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Multi-Day.
The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ocean View Challenge (26.1 km, +115 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K (5 km, +22 m D+), and By-the-Bay 3K (3 km, +14 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 13, 2027 to November 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (montereybayhalfmarathon.org).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (4)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean View Challenge | Road Running | 26.1 km | +115 m | 8 m - 56 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Half Marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +95 m | 11 m - 51 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 14 m - 23 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| By-the-Bay 3K | Road Running | 3 km | +14 m | 17 m - 23 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 56 m above sea level (+115 m D+, -115 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 11 m to 51 m above sea level (+95 m D+, -95 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 14 m to 23 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 17 m to 23 m above sea level (+14 m D+, -14 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Monterey Bay Half take place?
Monterey Bay Half takes place in Santa Cruz, California, US (start area at coordinates 36.9741° N, 122.0308° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 13, 2027 to November 14, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Monterey Bay Half?
The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ocean View Challenge (26.1 km, +115 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K (5 km, +22 m D+), and By-the-Bay 3K (3 km, +14 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Monterey Bay Half?
The main competition (Ocean View Challenge over 26.1 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +115 m of elevation gain and -115 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 56 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Monterey Bay Half?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (montereybayhalfmarathon.org).