Event Description

The Cabrillo Sunset 5K is a component of the National Park Service’s 100 year centennial challenge to “Find Your Park”

July 23rd 2016. This is sure to be an exhilarating outdoor experience.

The Cabrillo Challenge route takes you down 200 feet to the tide pools with a pristine ocean view to enjoy while running/walking the route.   Runners will compete for first place awards in both the Men’s & Woman’s division which will guarantee free admittance into the America’s Finest City Half Marathon.

Run, walk or cheer. All participants will receive a numbered bib, event t-shirt and inaugural commemorative medal. After the race, relax and enjoy DJ, Mike On the mike music and dance as the moon comes up. This will truly be “a Park After Dark” experience that you will not want to miss!

Event details and schedule

Please arrive at Park between 5:30-6:30pm, Check in begins at 6pm and race begins at 7pm.  GATES WILL BE CLOSED BETWEEN 7-8pm so no vehicle entrance or exit!    Race route is challenging, on paved road downhill, along the tide pools and back up a steep incline.   The view is spectacular!  Alternative fun run/walk route is up to the lighthouse.  Both qualify for event t-shirt. 

First Place: Men’s & Women’s challenge course winners will receive free entrance into the America's Finest City Half Marathon!