Ojai Half Marathon, 5k, 10k
May 5, 2021
Mira Monte Elementary School 1216 Loma Dr Ojai, CA 93023
Race Start times: half-8:am, 10k-8:10, 5k- 8:30
Welcome to the 7th annual
Can you say post-race Street Tacos? !
That’s right we are proud to announce that all runners will be awarded a free plate of freshly made street tacos at the post-race party and expo! And yes you can buy more tacos for $4 each plate.
Special note: Friends and family can buy food tickets for $4 each.
Course Description:
Race start times: Half -8:00, 10k- 8:10, 5k -8:15
Ojai Half Marathon 5k 10k is a one loop course along the famous Ojai bike trail and you will run right past Lake Casitas too. A rolling hills course that has something for everyone. Finisher medals, goody bag, and tech shirt for all barefoot shoe runners come join the fun!
Elite and Advanced runners:
This is the one you have been waiting for... gentle rolling hills of Ojai and Lake Casitas with one noticeable climb. You can really turn it up, turn it on and test your early season racing skills. No whiners or cry babies need apply
Middle of the pack runners:
Beautiful rolling hills of Ojai and the surrounding area that will have you day dreaming about the entire course. Before you know it you will be crossing that finish line with a smile. You will want to get all your friends to join you on this adventure.
Weekend warriors / Beginners / walkers:
Sooo.... how do you tackle the hills of Ojai? One step at a time of course. there is a generous 4:00 hour time limit for the half marathon so take your time and enjoy the scenery, all levels of fitness are welcome at our events.
Water stations and port a potty's every 1.5 miles along the course.
Special safety notes:
All runners must stay on the bike path or in the shoulder/ bike lane along the course on race day. As you approach the Ojai bike path around mile 12.5 you must run all the way up to the signal light at the corner of Baldwin rd and the Ojai Bike path and cross the street in the crosswalk as you enter the bike path and head towards the finish line.
Packet pickup location:
Hypercat Racing
Saturday before the race: 10 am to 2 pm
4160 Market ST #13 , Ventura CA 93003
You will be picking up your race bib number, timing chip, race day Tech t-shirt and other goodies in your bag from some of our race sponsors.
Race Day Packet Pickup??
YES - come early and be prepared for the line. We have hundreds of people trying to get into the same area all at the same time. Bring your patience
Top 5 Reasons to Run with Elite Sports CA
5 - Races always start on time!
4 - Race distances are measured correctly!
3 - Race SWAG including custom finishers medal, event day dry-fit shirt, event day water bottle and MORE!
2 - Race day packet pick up available! Time saver and no hotel to pay for if you are traveling in from out of town! YEAH!!
1 - Have an emergency? Can't make the event you've paid for? No problem we will reschedule you for any Elite Sports CA event within the next 12 months. WHAT?? YES unheard of!!
No more excuses, Register today!
Proud Sponsors
What, where, and when is Packet Pickup?
This is where you pick up your race timing chip, race bib #, and race day t-shirt, ask your pre- race questions, check out the course map. This will be your last chance to register for this race,