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San Clemente Ocean Festival

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 39 & Under Division · San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 40 & Over Division · San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Women's Division, ALL Ages & more

From the Organizer

San Clemente Ocean Festival is a volunteer organization, dedicated to the promotion and support of ocean safety, the environment and the community by providing a quality athletic venue and enjoyable family event. The San Clemente Ocean Festival utilizes a a "One Fee - All Events Entry". Participants pay one fee and are entitled to enter any of the events listed for that entry. Entry includes commemorative SCOF tee, SCOF swim cap and competitors kit.

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)

Distances & Pricing

San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 39 & Under Division6:30 AMRegister →
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Men's Division, Ages 40 & Over Division6:30 AMRegister →
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Surf Classic: Women's Division, ALL Ages6:30 AMRegister →
International Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday9 AMRegister →
Jr. Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday8 AMRegister →
Dolphin Dash - Saturday9 AMRegister →
All Inclusive (Sunday) Beach Events - 5K Beach Run, Biathlon, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, Paddle Events, Splash & Dash Relay8 AMRegister →
5K Beach Run - Sunday8 AMRegister →
One Mile Ocean Swim - Sunday11 AMRegister →
Paddle Events - Open Ocean Paddle (SUP, Prone, Kayak), SUP & Paddleboard Surf Sprint - Sunday9 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the San Clemente Ocean Festival?
San Clemente Ocean Festival is a running event held in San Clemente, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the San Clemente Ocean Festival?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in San Clemente, CA at San Clemente Pier, San Clemente, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the San Clemente Ocean Festival?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

San Clemente Ocean Festival

Jul 18, 2026

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