Pacific Coast Triathlon

Event Overview

The Pacific Coast Triathlon takes place at Crystal Cove State Beach in Laguna Beach. This multisport event features several race formats including triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, and a standalone beach and trail run. The course utilizes the Pacific Coast Highway and the trails within Crystal Cove State Park.

The swim portion is held in the Pacific Ocean at Crystal Cove State Beach with lifeguard support. The bike leg takes place on a fully closed, rolling course along the Pacific Coast Highway. Athletes in the triathlon and duathlon events then move to a run course that follows the Crystal Cove Trail and local paths, passing historic beach cottages and sections of sandy beach depending on the tide.

Available Distances

• Olympic Triathlon: 1500m swim, 24 mile (40K) bike, and 6.2 mile (10K) run.
• Olympic Duathlon: 1 mile run, 24 mile (40K) bike, and 6.2 mile (10K) run.
• Olympic Aquabike: 1500m swim and 24 mile (40K) bike.
• Sprint Triathlon: 750m swim, 12 mile bike, and 3.1 mile run.
• Sprint Duathlon: 0.5 mile run, 12 mile bike, and 3.1 mile run.
• Sprint Aquabike: 750m swim and 12 mile bike.
• 5K Beach and Trail Run: A 5 km run on sand and park trails.

Event Details

This is a USAT-sanctioned event and a member of the OC Tri Series. Participants receive a finisher medal and an official race shirt. The venue includes a vendor village and post-race food. Relay options are available for both the Olympic and Sprint triathlon distances, allowing teams of two or three athletes to participate together. Aid stations are positioned every mile along the run course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.