Wharf to Wharf 6M - Santa Cruz, California - Running

The Wharf to Wharf 6M is a Running race in Santa Cruz, California consisting of a 6 Miles.

Each year, on the fourth Sunday in July, 16,000 runners from across America and around the globe return to Santa Cruz, California for the annual 6 mile race to Capitola-by-the-Sea. The event is the biggest summer event of its kind on the West Coast and a boon to local business, annually infusing more than 8 million dollars into the Santa Cruz County economy.

The scenic six-mile race is run on gently rolling hills in local seaside streets. The weather conditions for race morning are typically perfect: cool, 60 degrees, calm and foggy, but by noon, the skies are clear and warm.

START: The race begins at the corner of Beach & Cliff St, near the Santa Cruz Wharf.

MILE 1: The first mile is flat and picturesque, as you run alongside the iconic Giant Dipper in front of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. At the end of the first mile, you reach the base of the raceas biggest hill a a fairly steep, yet short hill that overlooks the Pacific Ocean & Boardwalk.

MILE 2-4: The next 3 miles are gently rolling with frequent breezes as you dip in and out of ocean views.

MILE 5: Mile 5 is flat and hugs the coastline by the legendary surf spots, aThe Hooka and aPleasure Pointai¿½.

MILE 6: The final mile drifts through local seaside streetsai¿½ once the ocean reappears; itas all downhill to the finish.

FINISH: The Finish Line is at the corner of Cliff & Wharf Rd by the Capitola Wharf.