Sand and Sun Tropical Run - 5K, 10K, 10 Miler and Half Marathon

🏖️ Event Overview

Step into a realm of coastal tranquility and exhilaration with High Tide Runs – where the pounding waves harmonize with the rhythmic beat of your heart. As a devoted runner, you understand the thrill of the race, the joy of crossing the finish line, and the escape that running brings. Imagine all of this against the backdrop of the endless ocean horizon.

At High Tide Runs, we're not just an event – we’re a movement, a community of runners bound by the love of the run and the serenity of the sea. Whether you’re a seasoned speedster chasing personal records or a mom with a stroller seeking a family-friendly outing, our races are tailored for you.

🎉 Exclusive Offers

• Sign up: for 3 events at the same time, and get a 15% discount on the total.
• Elevate your experience: Dive into our exclusive offers for a trilogy of events, reducing your cost by 15%.
• Exceptional rewards: Complete 10 or more events in a year for a limited-edition HTR shirt.
• Even grander rewards: Conquer 15 or more events for a free entry to another event.

🌍 Who’s Invited

High Tide Runs embraces a true spirit of inclusion. Our races are a tapestry of individuals, woven together by their passion for movement. Age, speed, and experience matter not – if you’re eager to be part of the journey, you’re already one of us.

🕖 Race Details

• Bib Pick Up: 6:30 am near the start line.
• Race Start Times: Half Marathon/10-mile: 7:00 AM: 5K, 10K: 7:30 AM.
• Start Location: 5400 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803, at the Claremont Ave end. Look for the High Tides tent. Map Link
• Course Time Limit: 3 hours and 20 minutes, finish line closes at 10:20 am.

🏃‍♂️ Course Information

Our designated course completion time has been set at 3 hours and 20 minutes. For those concerned about nearing the time limit, an early start time of 6:30 AM is available, providing a generous time limit of 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Early start runners should be at the High Tide tents by 6:20 am to pick up a bib and hit the race course.

• Open Course: Inviting runners, walkers, and enthusiasts to share a seamless journey.
• Water Stations: Two stations providing water and Gatorade.
• Course Layout: 5K and 10K share the same turnaround: the 5K follows a single lap, the 10K two.
• Course Links: 5K and 10K Map, Half Marathon and 10-mile Map.

⏱️ Race Timing

All events are gun-timed. We start the clock when the horn sounds and record your time as you cross the finish line. Your bib must be worn on the front of your body at all times.

🥇 Participant Benefits

• Finisher's Medal: Every participant receives a medal as a symbol of triumph.
• Finish-line Goodies: A treasure trove of delights awaits you at the finish line.
• Race Photos: Free downloadable race photos are posted within 24 hours of the event.
• Results: Race results will be posted on our website within 10 hours of conclusion.

🔄 Refunds and Deferrals

We apologize, but we do not offer refunds. However, you may transfer to another High Tides Event 48 hours before the event.

🚗 Getting To The Event

Not all GPS directions are created equal, and we recommend using Waze for accurate directions. The street address is 5360 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803, or use the intersection of Claremont Pl. and E. Ocean Blvd.

• Parking: Complimentary street parking along Ocean Ave.
• Lot Management: City-managed lot adjacent to start line: use parking machines to pay.
• Parking Machine Hours: Machines do not accept payments before 8 AM: consider the PASSPORT app for payment.
• PASSPORT App: Download for convenient payment.

📅 Event Information

Join us for the Sand and Sun Tropical Run on 2025-07-13 at 5400 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA. Register at Race Registration.