Santa Cruz Triathlon

  • Date Sun 27th September 2026
  • Time 8:00AM PDT
  • Location Santa Cruz, California
  • Price $69.90 - $175.90
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of athleticism and community spirit at the Santa Cruz Triathlon on Sunday, September 27, 2026! Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Santa Cruz, this beloved event offers participants a chance to compete in a variety of distances, including Sprint and International (Olympic), as well as exciting relay, aquabike, and aquathlon options.

Swimmers will dive into the refreshing ocean waters surrounding the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf, followed by a scenic bike ride along the stunning West Cliff Drive and Highway 1, leading to the charming town of Davenport and back. Runners will then enjoy a picturesque finish along West Cliff, concluding on the sandy shores of Cowells Beach. This triathlon is perfect for both beginners and seasoned athletes, all while supporting a great cause—proceeds go towards funding local high school and college athletics in Santa Cruz County. Join us for a day filled with fun, competition, and community involvement!

Organiser's Description

The Santa Cruz Triathlon is a popular, scenic, non-profit race offering Sprint and International (Olympic) distances, plus relays, aquabike, and an aquathlon option, known for its coastal course along West Cliff Drive and along Highway 1. Its an ocean swim around the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf, a spacious transition area on a soccer field, then riding out along West Cliff and Highway 1 to the quaint town of Davenport and back. Then finish with a beautiful run along West Cliff and finish on Cowells Beach.

This is great for beginners and veterans alike, with proceeds funding local high school and college athletics in Santa Cruz County. It's a long-running event that donates significantly to youth sports, featuring a sheltered ocean swim and largely closed-course bike and run, creating a fun, community-focused event.

Races

  • Olympic Distance

    Incl. $10.90 Fee

    Sun 27th September 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $175.90

    OPENS 02 FEB
    Olympic / International Distance Event - 0.9 mile swim, 24 mile bike, 6.2 mile run
  • Sprint Distance

    Incl. $9.70 Fee

    Sun 27th September 2026 (8:45AM PDT)

    $154.70

    OPENS 02 FEB
    750 yard swim, 14 mile bike, 3.1 mile run
  • Olympic Aqua Bike

    Incl. $7.60 Fee

    Sun 27th September 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $117.60

    OPENS 02 FEB
    0.9 mile swim, 24 mile bike
  • Sprint Aquathlon

    Incl. $6.70 Fee

    Sun 27th September 2026 (8:45AM PDT)

    $101.70

    OPENS 02 FEB
    750 yard swim, 3.1 mile run
  • Open Water Swim

    Incl. $4.90 Fee

    Sun 27th September 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS 02 FEB
    0.9 mile swim

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Location

119 Center Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, CA, United States

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