Crown City Open Water Swim
- Date
- July 5, 2026
- Distance
- Youth 250 M Dash · Half Mile Open Water Swim · 1 Mile Open Water Swim & more
From the Organizer
Coronado’s Crown City Open Water Swim (formerly the 4th of July Rough Water Swim) is a long-standing Independence Day weekend tradition bringing together swimmers, families, clubs, and the local community for an unforgettable open water experience at Glorietta Bay Park, alongside support from Coronado’s local swim community including Coronado Swim Team Elite.
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Coronado Bridge, the protected bay course offers calm water conditions, creating an ideal environment for both first-time open water swimmers and experienced competitors alike. The updated event lineup features the 1-Mile Open Water Swim as the featured main event distance, alongside the ½ Mile Open Water Swim and the 250m Youth/Kids Sprint Swim, creating an approachable and exciting race day experience for swimmers of all ages and ability levels.
Registration fees include event insurance coverage.
All participants receive a finisher medal, commemorative swim cap, and race t-shirt.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from North Island Nas, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Coronado, CA
Population
18,558
as of 2023
Elevation
28 ft
Nearest Airport
SAN
San Diego International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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27
Days to train
- Race
- Crown City Open Water Swim
- Date
- July 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Crown City Open Water Swim?
- Crown City Open Water Swim is a swimming race held in Coronado, California on July 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Crown City Open Water Swim?
- Sunday, July 5, 2026 in Coronado, California at Glorietta Bay Park 1975 Strand Way, Coronado, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Crown City Open Water Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Crown City Open Water Swim
Jul 5, 2026