Mile Square Madness – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

📍 Location Details

• Start Location: Mile Square Park, just past parking lot D – Across the street from 11014 Lavender Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
• Park entrance: 16801 Euclid St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
• Parking: $5.00 per car at Mile Square Park (opens at 7am). Limited free street parking is available.

🗓️ Event Schedule

• Saturday: 2-4pm at Sports Basement, Fountain Valley
• Bib pick-up: Opens at 7:30am on Sunday
• Half marathon start: 8:00am
• 5k & 10k start: 8:30am

Course closes at 11:10am (3 hours, 10 minutes for the Half). Early start of 7:45am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

🏃‍♂️ Loop Course

• 5k & 10k: This 5k route is used for the 5k (one loop), 10k (two loops with a small out and back) – route here
• Half Marathon: This route is used for the half marathon, it's similar to the 5k route but has an added section and a small out and back (four loops) – route here
• Course Features: This is a looped course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location. Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you.
• On-course support: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way.

📋 Final Details

• Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
• Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
• Awards: 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.

Results & Photos: A link for race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!

🎉 Join Us Again

Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, Santa Monica, and Fountain Valley. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule.

❓ Have Another Question?

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Visit our event page for more information: Mile Square Madness Race.