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Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz CA

Sunday, October 5th, 2025

🌊 Race Overview

Run by the Sea returns to lovely Wilder Ranch State Park on Sunday, October 5th! This unique Half Marathon, 12K run, and 4K run/walk meanders along the gorgeous coastal bluffs of California's Central Coast in Santa Cruz and consists mostly of flat, packed dirt trails. Participants will enjoy scenic coastal views while passing along the bluffs and Wilder Ranch park trails. Get ready to take in the natural beauty of the Monterey Bay, the serene flats of Wilder Ranch's meadows, and maybe even catch a glimpse of some dolphins - no other race is quite like it!

🏆 Event Details

  • Date: October 5th, 2025
  • Location: Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz, CA
  • Types of Runs: Half Marathon, 12K run, and 4K run/walk
  • Link: Run by the Sea Race

🎉 10th Anniversary Celebration

Now in its 10th year, Run by the Sea is organized by the Santa Cruz Track Club and benefits the track club's youth program, Bike Santa Cruz County, and Santa Cruz Mountain Trail Stewards.

🚗 Race Headquarters and Parking

Details on race headquarters and parking will be provided closer to the event date.

📏 4K Route

The 4K route offers a scenic pathway for participants.

🏅 12K Route

Participants in the 12K route will enjoy beautiful coastal landscapes.

🏃‍♂️ Half Marathon Route

Details for the Half Marathon route will be shared soon.

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