Crown City Open Water Swim
- Date Sun 5th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location Coronado, California
- Price $31.74 - $63.54
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, July 5th, 2026, for the exhilarating Crown City Open Water Swim in beautiful Coronado, San Diego! This cherished Independence Day weekend tradition invites swimmers of all ages and skill levels to dive into the refreshing waters of Glorietta Bay Park. Set against the stunning backdrop of the iconic Coronado Bridge, participants can choose from various distances, including the thrilling Youth 250M Dash and the challenging 3K Open Water Swim. This event is a fantastic opportunity for families, clubs, and the local community to come together and celebrate the joy of swimming in a supportive and festive atmosphere. Every participant will receive a finisher medal, a commemorative swim cap, and a race t-shirt to commemorate their achievement. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable open water experience!
Organiser's Description
Coronados Crown City Open Water Swim (formerly the 4th of July Rough Water Swim) is a long-standing Independence Day weekend tradition bringing together swimmers, families, clubs, and the local community for an unforgettable open water experience at Glorietta Bay Park, alongside support from Coronados local swim community including Coronado Swim Team Elite.
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Coronado Bridge, the protected bay course offers calm water conditions with minimal wave and wake impact, creating an ideal environment for both first-time open water swimmers and experienced competitors alike. With distances ranging from the Youth 250M Dash to the 3K Open Water Swim, the event welcomes athletes of all ages and experience levels.
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL, COMMEMORATIVE SWIM CAP, AND RACE T-SHIRT.
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Coronado Bridge, the protected bay course offers calm water conditions with minimal wave and wake impact, creating an ideal environment for both first-time open water swimmers and experienced competitors alike. With distances ranging from the Youth 250M Dash to the 3K Open Water Swim, the event welcomes athletes of all ages and experience levels.
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL, COMMEMORATIVE SWIM CAP, AND RACE T-SHIRT.
Races
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Youth 250 M Dash
Incl. $2.74 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th July 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$31.74
A fun and confidence-building open water race designed for young swimmers who are new to open water events. The course is heavily monitored by lifeguards and first responders, making it a safe and supportive first race experience. Athletes will be ranked according to USA Swimming age divisions: 8 & Under, 910, and 1112 for both Boys and Girls. -
750 M
Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th July 2026 (8:45AM PDT)
$42.34
A great introductory open water distance for beginner and recreational swimmers looking to challenge themselves in a safe, structured environment. Athletes will be separated into heats based on age and gender: 17 & Under and 18 & Over. Participants will be ranked within their respective divisions. -
1.5 Km
Incl. $3.94 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th July 2026 (9:15AM PDT)
$52.94
An ideal intermediate-distance race for swimmers building endurance, improving their open water skills, or training for triathlons and longer-distance events. Athletes will be separated into heats based on age and gender: 17 & Under and 18 & Over. Participants will be ranked within their respective divisions. -
3 Km
Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th July 2026 (10:15AM PDT)
$63.54
A challenging long-distance open water race designed for experienced swimmers with a strong endurance background and consistent training experience. Athletes will be separated into heats/waves based on age and gender: 17 & Under and 18 & Over for both men and women. Participants will be ranked within their respective divisions.
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Glorietta Bay Park 1975 Strand Way, Coronado, 92118, CA, United States
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