Pier-to-Pier Swim
Santa Cruz Pier to Pier Swim: POSTPONED TO 2021
Unfortunately with the current (and planned) beach closures and rules against any group events on Santa Cruz County beaches, combined with so many logistical unknowns and potential health risks, Monterey Bay Swimming Association had made the difficult decision to postpone all 2020 group swim events and races until 2021. This includes the annual Mile Buoy and Pier-2-Pier Swims.
Support for Solo swims is being considered case by case basis and will be determined by local boating and county regulations. If you have a solo swim planned, please stay in touch with your pilot and keep us informed on any changes to your swim plan.
A challenging 10K+ Open Water Swim for experienced open water swimmers
(NO WETSUITS, FINS, HAND PADDLES, OR OTHER ASSISTIVE EQUIP)
This swim begins at the Capitola Wharf and ends at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Space is limited so if you are interested, line up your mandatory safety paddler now and sign up for this event.
When: 2021
Where: Capitola Beach to Cowell Beach
Distance: 10k
THIS IS A DEEP WATER OFF-SHORE SWIM FOR EXPERIENCED COLD WATER MARATHON SWIMMERS.
This swim has a 5 hour cutoff time limit. Wetsuits, hands paddles, pull buoys, and fins are NOT permitted.
ALL SWIMMERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY PADDLERS. Paddlers must carry a compass and/or GPS. Kayakers must wear a coast guard approved PFD (life vest) at all times. SUP Paddlers, it is suggested you wear a leash.
More information about parking, shuttling cars, kayak drop off, etc. will be available closer to the event.
2016 Results
2018 Results
2019 Results
For Pier to Pier race results between 1996 and 2005, go here.
Unfortunately with the current (and planned) beach closures and rules against any group events on Santa Cruz County beaches, combined with so many logistical unknowns and potential health risks, Monterey Bay Swimming Association had made the difficult decision to postpone all 2020 group swim events and races until 2021. This includes the annual Mile Buoy and Pier-2-Pier Swims.
Support for Solo swims is being considered case by case basis and will be determined by local boating and county regulations. If you have a solo swim planned, please stay in touch with your pilot and keep us informed on any changes to your swim plan.
A challenging 10K+ Open Water Swim for experienced open water swimmers
(NO WETSUITS, FINS, HAND PADDLES, OR OTHER ASSISTIVE EQUIP)
This swim begins at the Capitola Wharf and ends at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Space is limited so if you are interested, line up your mandatory safety paddler now and sign up for this event.
When: 2021
Where: Capitola Beach to Cowell Beach
Distance: 10k
THIS IS A DEEP WATER OFF-SHORE SWIM FOR EXPERIENCED COLD WATER MARATHON SWIMMERS.
This swim has a 5 hour cutoff time limit. Wetsuits, hands paddles, pull buoys, and fins are NOT permitted.
ALL SWIMMERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY PADDLERS. Paddlers must carry a compass and/or GPS. Kayakers must wear a coast guard approved PFD (life vest) at all times. SUP Paddlers, it is suggested you wear a leash.
More information about parking, shuttling cars, kayak drop off, etc. will be available closer to the event.
2016 Results
2018 Results
2019 Results
For Pier to Pier race results between 1996 and 2005, go here.