FreeFree to watch; race entry feesBeaches & Coast
San Clemente Ocean Festival
San Clemente, CA
Free to watch; race entry fees
By Simir Shah
This weekend of ocean competitions at the pier has been running for decades (2026 was the 48th). It includes lifeguard and Junior Lifeguard events, the Dolphin Dash, a 'Grom's Rule' contest for ages 7 and under, a 5K beach run, a 1-mile ocean swim and a biathlon. Take Metrolink or the free summer trolley, because Pier Bowl parking is packed.
Good for
- Ages 0–2
- Ages 10+
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South OC depth 2026Annual beach festival
Map
Tides today
Next low tide
2:59 AM
1.4 ft
Next high tide
9:41 PM
4.5 ft
Predictions from NOAA · Newport Bay Entrance station
Nearby places
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and GardensSan Clemente · Arts & Culture<1 miSan Clemente Pier & Beach TrailSan Clemente · Beaches & Coast<1 miT-Street BeachSan Clemente · Beaches & Coast<1 miLinda Lane ParkSan Clemente · Parks & Hiking<1 miSan Clemente Community Center (recreation classes)San Clemente · Arts & Culture<1 miSan Clemente Historical Society Walking TourSan Clemente · Museums & Learning<1 mi
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Eat nearby in San Clemente
- Gibroni's PizzaPizza & Italian · $$ · kids menu
- Orange County CreamerySweets & Treats · $
- The Riders Club CafeBurgers & American · $$
- Pedro's TacosMexican & Tacos · $