La Jolla Cove Swim 2025
- Date Sun 7th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location La Jolla, California
- Price $32.80 - $207.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the La Jolla Cove Swim 2025 on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, in the stunning coastal community of La Jolla, San Diego. This iconic open water swim event has been a cherished tradition since 1916, taking place the first Sunday after Labor Day. Participants can choose from four thrilling race distances: the 250-meter "Garibaldi Grommets" kids race, the 1-mile "Sea Lions," the 3-mile "Leopard Sharks," and the challenging 4-mile "Whole Enchilada."
Swimmers of all ages are invited to embrace the ocean's beauty and camaraderie as they compete. Those tackling both the 1-mile and 3-mile events will have about an hour between swims to recharge. Every participant will receive a stylish event t-shirt, and all finishers will be awarded a medal to commemorate their achievement. Age group medals will also be presented, ensuring that everyone gets a chance to shine! Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or a budding young athlete, the La Jolla Cove Swim promises a fantastic day filled with fun, competition, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this unforgettable aquatic adventure!
Swimmers of all ages are invited to embrace the ocean's beauty and camaraderie as they compete. Those tackling both the 1-mile and 3-mile events will have about an hour between swims to recharge. Every participant will receive a stylish event t-shirt, and all finishers will be awarded a medal to commemorate their achievement. Age group medals will also be presented, ensuring that everyone gets a chance to shine! Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or a budding young athlete, the La Jolla Cove Swim promises a fantastic day filled with fun, competition, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this unforgettable aquatic adventure!
Organiser's Description
Iconic Open Water Swim held in La Jolla, California the first Sunday after Labor almost every year since 1916.
There are four swim events available on race day.
* 250 Meter kids race "Garibaldi Grommets"
* 1 Mile "Sea Lions"
* 3 Mile "Leopard Sharks"
* 4 Mile "Whole Enchilada" Swimmers compete in both the 1 mile & 3 mile events - there is about an hour between the 2 swims.
All swimmers receive an event t-shirt. All finishers receive a finisher's medal. There are Age Group Medals awarded that follow U.S. Masters Swimming age brackets. For the kids race it is by individual year. 8 year olds will only be competing with 8 years etc up through 12 years of age.
There are four swim events available on race day.
* 250 Meter kids race "Garibaldi Grommets"
* 1 Mile "Sea Lions"
* 3 Mile "Leopard Sharks"
* 4 Mile "Whole Enchilada" Swimmers compete in both the 1 mile & 3 mile events - there is about an hour between the 2 swims.
All swimmers receive an event t-shirt. All finishers receive a finisher's medal. There are Age Group Medals awarded that follow U.S. Masters Swimming age brackets. For the kids race it is by individual year. 8 year olds will only be competing with 8 years etc up through 12 years of age.
Races
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Garibaldi Groms 250 Meter Swim
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Race T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (10:30AM PDT)
$32.80
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Sea Lion 1 Mile Swim
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Commemorative Race T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (11:30AM PDT)
$107.00
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Leopard Shark 3 Mile Swim
Incl. $9.70 Fee & Commemorative Race T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$154.70
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Whole Enchilada - Combo Swim - 3 Mile + 1 Mile (Not Back to Back)
Incl. $12.70 Fee & Commemorative Race T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$207.70
La Jolla Cove Swim 2025
