City to the Sea is a point-to-point half marathon, which starts in America’s Happiest City – San Luis Obispo, CA, and ends in the beautiful coastal village of Avila Beach. Run through a historic downtown, take in scenic backroads, enjoy the natural beauty of the Bob Jones Trail, finish with the grandeur of the Pacific Ocean. Keep a keen eye open and you might see otters, sea lions and whales.Our 5k race (3.1 miles) takes place in Avila Beach, at the gorgeous Avila Beach Resort. Starting at Avila Beach Drive, run along the coastline before joining the Bob Jones Trail. End at a common finish with the half marathon on the manicured festival grounds of ABR.Since 1995, City to the Sea has been the premier fundraiser for the Cuesta College track and field and cross-country teams. Your race registration helps ensure that the athletes can continue training and racing in one of the California Community College's preeminent track and cross-country programs.When running City to the Sea, you are running Thee Iconic Half Marathon (and 5K) on the Central Coast of California.
