Race Day May 18, 2024
La Jolla Shores 5K
The La Jolla Shores 5K offers a mostly downhill course and features some of the most picturesque coastal views of the last 3.1 miles of the half marathon course. Enjoy ocean views at every turn during this 5K race.
Imagine miles of sun-drenched coast, an inviting ocean, perfect weather, and thousands of inspired runners and you’ll understand why the La Jolla Shores 5K is one of the best 5K races San Diego has to offer.
Get ready to soak up breath taking views while soaking in the Southern California sunshine and iconic coastline. Whether you are running your first 5K, or looking to beat last year’s time, registration is your ticket to inspiration.
COURSE MAP & DETAILS
The La Jolla Shores 5K starts at the corner of La Jolla Shores Drive and Horizon Way and follows a scenic coastal route that runs through La Jolla Shores and along North Torrey Pines Road, Prospect Avenue and Coast Boulevard before finishing at the La Jolla Cove in the same location as the La Jolla Half Marathon finish.
Date: May 18, 2024
Take Your Place At The Start Line By: 6:00 am
5K Start Time: 6:30 am
Start Line: La Jolla Shores Drive and Horizon Way
Finish Line: 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Time Limit: 1 hour
Course Support
There will be 2 aid stations along the course:
Water Stations there will be two support stations with water and portable toilets.
Sports Drinks sports drinks will be available at the second station.
Restrooms are located at both of the support stations.
First AID if you experience a medical issue on the course, go to the nearest water station where a medical representative will be called to assist you.
Gear Drop Off will be available at the start line only.
- Post Event Massage sports massage specialist will be offering post-event massages during the Finish Line Festival.
Medical
If you experience a medical issue on the course, go to the nearest water station where a medical representative will be called to assist you. If you are unable to finish the race, shuttle transportation back to the finish can also be called from every water station. Race Guards trained in CPR and first aid will also be out on the course. There will be a medical tent in the secure, fenced-in finish chute, just beyond the finish line as well as a self serve ice tent in the finish line festival area.
Safety
Note: Most of the race is run on streets that will also be carrying normal vehicular traffic. The streets are divided with cones and FOR YOUR SAFETY, YOU MUST STAY WITHIN THE CONED LANE AT ALL TIMES.
Discarded Clothing
If you must discard any clothing during the event, we ask that you do so only at water stations. Note: Clothing discarded at water stations will be donated to local shelters.
RACE & EVENT INFO
Coastal Views
From start to finish this race offer runners a chance to experience the coast like never before.
Great Swag
All runners get a collectible dry tech race shirt, a finisher medal, and a goodie bag with tons of running gear.
Big Celebration
After the race, join family and friends for a celebratory beer in the beer garden while soaking in the sunshine.
Your Ticket To Inspiration
Your Ticket To Inspiration
La Jolla Shores 5K
Prepare to take a scenic journey on this 3.1 mile course where you’ll enjoy breath taking views of waves crashing on the shoreline, surfers in the water, and thousands of inspired runners on the road. If you are looking for 5K races in San Diego, registration is your ticket to inspiration.
