La Jolla Cove Swim
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- 1160 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
- Distance
- Garibaldi Groms Fun Swim · Sea Lion 1 Mile Swim · Leopard Shark 3 Mile Swim & more
From the Organizer
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.
Distances & Pricing
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the La Jolla Cove Swim?
- La Jolla Cove Swim is a swimming event held in La Jolla, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the La Jolla Cove Swim?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in La Jolla, CA at 1160 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the La Jolla Cove Swim?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
La Jolla Cove Swim
Sep 12, 2026