San Clemente Ocean Festival
From San Clemente Ocean Festival
- Date Sat 18th July 2026 - Sun 19th July 2026
- Time 6:30AM PDT
- Location San Clemente, California
- Price $30.00 - $70.00
- Races 15 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, Sprint
Event summary
Participants can dive into a packed schedule featuring the prestigious International Lifeguard Competition on Saturday, which includes events like the Surf Race, Rescue Relay, and the exhilarating International Ironman. Kids won't miss out either, with the Junior Lifeguard Competition showcasing skills in Beach Flags and Run-Swim-Run races. As part of the "One Fee - All Events Entry," participants receive a commemorative SCOF tee, swim cap, and competitors kit, making it a fantastic value! Sunday is equally action-packed with beach events including a 5K Beach Run, a Biathlon that combines a 1K swim and 5K run, and an Open Ocean Paddle. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for fun, the San Clemente Ocean Festival is the perfect way to celebrate summer by the sea
Organiser's Description
Saturday July 18
International Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Surf Race, Rescue Relay, Surf Ski Race, International Ironman, NDA Dory Races #1 & #2, Paddleboard Rescue Relay, Paddleboard Sprint, Landline Rescue Relay.
Junior Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Beach Flags, Surf Race, Run-Swim-Run, Paddleboard Race
Separate Saturday entry events:
Dolphin Dash (kid's running race)
Pier Bowl Surf Classic (open & age-group surfing event)
Sunday July 19
Beach Events (All Events) - includes 5K Beach Run, Biathlon (Swim 1K, Run 5K), Open Ocean Paddle, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, SUP Sprint, Splash & Dash Relay
Separate Sunday entry event:
5K Beach Run,
Grom's Rule Surf Contest (kid's age-group surf event including 7 & under "Push-in Division)
Races
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San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 39 & Under Division
Incl. Rash Guard
Sat 18th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$60.00
CLOSEDPier Bowl Surf Classic Surfing championship at the Northside of San Clemente Pier Saturday July 18. Divisions: Male: 39 & Under Male: 40 & Older Female: Open/All Ages Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. We recommend arriving by 6am. -
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 40 & Over Division
Incl. Rash Guard
Sat 18th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$60.00
CLOSEDPier Bowl Surf Classic Surfing championship at the Northside of San Clemente Pier Saturday July 18. Divisions: Male: 39 & Under Male: 40 & Older Female: Open/All Ages Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. We recommend arriving by 6am. -
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Women's Division, ALL Ages
Incl. Rash Guard
Sat 18th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$60.00
CLOSEDPier Bowl Surf Classic Surfing championship at the Northside of San Clemente Pier Saturday July 18. Divisions: Male: 39 & Under Male: 40 & Older Female: Open/All Ages Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. We recommend arriving by 6am. -
International Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$70.00
CLOSEDInternational Lifeguard Competition *Entry fee entitles entrant to participate in all International Lifeguard Competition events on Saturday, July 18 and includes SCOF tee. *Points and premiums (SCOF beach towels) awarded in each race. Prize money $ to top (5) five individual scorers men & women. *Open divisions only. Rules and courses posted at event site. Lifeguard specs. on race craft. 9:00 AM Surf Race 9:30 AM Surf Rescue Relay (2 person, rescue swimmer uses fins) 10:15 AM Surf Ski Race (USLA Lifeguard spec.) 10:45 AM Dory Boat Race #1 (three laps) 11:30 AM International Ironman (surf ski, paddleboard, swim) 12:30 PM Paddleboard Rescue Race (2 person, 10'6" paddleboards only) 1:30 PM Dory Boat Race #2 (three laps) 2:30 PM Paddleboard Sprint Race (10'6" paddleboards only) 3:30 PM Land Line Rescue Race (4 person team) - sign-up at the registration table. Minimum of one female participant per team. -
Jr. Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$45.00
CLOSEDJr. Lifeguard Competition *Entry fee entitles entrant to participate in all Junior Lifeguard Competition events on Saturday July 18 and includes SCOF tee. *Boys & girls: ages (12 & under) & (13-17) *Points awarded in each race. Special SCOF trophy to individual scorers boys & girls (12& under) & (13-17). *Special SCOF medals to 1st-3rd in each event. *10'6" & under paddleboards only - Race board are not provided by event or SC Marine Safety - bring your raceboard. Events 7:45 AM Beach Flags 9:00 AM Surf Race (approx. 250 yards) 12:00 PM Run-Swim-Run (100 yards run, 200 yards swim, 100 yards run) 2:30 PM Paddleboard Race (approx. 400 yards, 10'6" paddleboards & under) -
Dolphin Dash - Saturday - No Medal for Raceday Signups
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$30.00
CLOSEDDolphin Dash Open to boys & girls 12 & under. 9:00am 1/2 mile (ages 4-6) 9:20am 3/4 mile (ages 7-9) 9:40am One mile (ages 10-12) Special SCOF medals to all participants -
All Inclusive (Sunday) Beach Events - 5K Beach Run, Biathlon, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, Paddle Events, Splash & Dash Relay
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sun 19th July 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$60.00
CLOSEDOcean Swims, Paddling, Runs - Beach Events *Entry fee entitles entrant to participate in all Ocean Swims, Paddling and Run events on Sunday July 19 and includes SCOF tee. *SCOF medals awarded to top three (3) finishers in each age-group and craft category (paddling events). 8:00 AM 5K Beach Run/Walk 9:00 AM Biathlon (1k swim, 5k run) 9:15 AM Open Ocean Paddle (approx. 5.5 miles - SUP, prone, surf ski) 11:30 AM One Mile Ocean Swim 2:30 PM Run-Swim-Run (approx. 200 yard run, 300 yard swim, 200 yard run) 3:15 PM Splash & Dash Relay (2 person - runner 100 yards, swimmer 200 yards) -
5K Beach Run - Sunday
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sun 19th July 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$40.00
CLOSED5K Beach Run *Course is run on sand along waters edge. *Race start: 8:00am *Special SCOF medals 1st-3rd in each age-group division -
One Mile Ocean Swim - Sunday
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sun 19th July 2026 (11:00AM PDT)
$40.00
CLOSEDOne Mile Ocean Swim *Course is through the surfline with multiple laps around the buoys. Finish on sand. *Race start: 11:30am *Special SCOF medals 1st-3rd in each age-group division -
Paddle Events - Open Ocean Paddle (SUP, Prone, Kayak), SUP & Paddleboard Surf Sprint - Sunday
Incl. SCOF T-Shirt
Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$45.00
CLOSED*Entry fee entitles entrant to participate in all Ocean Swims, Paddling and Run events on Sunday July 19 and includes SCOF tee. Open Ocean Paddle Board Categories SUP - Surfboard, 12'6", 14' Prone - 12' stock, 14' Surf Ski - Lifeguard spec. -
Groms Rule Surf Contest - 7 & Under "Push-In Division" - Sunday
Incl. Rash Guard
Sun 19th July 2026 (1:00PM PDT)
$60.00
CLOSEDSaturday July 18: Groms Rule "Push-in" Surf Contest THIS SURF CONTEST IS NOW SOLD OUT *Parent can "push" entrant surfer into waves -
Groms Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Boys 11 & Older
Incl. Rash Guard
Sun 19th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$70.00
CLOSEDSunday July 19: Groms Rule Surf Contest Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. *Age divisions: - Boys (10 & under) & Girls (10 & under) - Boys (11-14) & Girls (11-14) -
Groms Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Girls 11 & Older
Incl. Rash Guard
Sun 19th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$70.00
CLOSEDSunday July 19: Groms Rule Surf Contest Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. *Age divisions: - Boys (10 & under) & Girls (10 & under) - Boys (11-14) & Girls (11-14) -
Groms Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Boys 10 & Under
Incl. Rash Guard
Sun 19th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$70.00
CLOSEDSunday July 19: Groms Rule Surf Contest Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. *Age divisions: - Boys (10 & under) & Girls (10 & under) - Boys (11-14) & Girls (11-14) -
Groms Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Girls 10 & Under
Incl. Rash Guard
Sun 19th July 2026 (6:30AM PDT)
$70.00
CLOSEDSunday July 19: Groms Rule Surf Contest Please note: Online Registration has now concluded - because of the surfing heats, participants must come to the beach and sign-up in person to participate. *Age divisions: - Boys (10 & under) & Girls (10 & under) - Boys (11-14) & Girls (11-14)
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