Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - South Orange County, CA

Join us on Memorial Day to celebrate all of the great Americans and their families and supporters who have earned the right to be honored and cherished on Memorial Day each year. The event will have three timed-races on May 26, 2025. The Half Marathon is on a picturesque and challenging course that showcases the beauty of Laguna Hills and the surrounding cities. The 5k and 10k runs will tour the streets of Laguna Hills, and offers a distance and challenge for runners of all ages and abilities. Children can be a part of the event by registering for the Kids Run.

*** ALL RACES START AT 7 AM ***

A Ladera Ranch tradition - The Freedom Run on the Ranch is happy to invite you to run in the kids Firecracker 1k or our 5k and 10k runs. The event provides our community the ability to support local charities through the race registration proceeds and sponsorship opportunities. We encourage all to enjoy this great opportunity to celebrate our national holiday and have a little fun while running the streets of your community. We will have several festivities to support the runners and non-participants at the event with a breakfast and sponsor vendor area during the morning event. Please help us celebrate the 4th of July festivities and raise awareness and much needed support to the charities. Remember price increases on June 22nd. Also help support our charities by purchasing breakfast from participating local restaurants. All proceeds benefit the charities.

Packet Pickup - TBD

Race Day Calendar:

6:00 am Race Registration opens

7:00 am - 10k run starts

8:30 am - 5k run starts

8:00 am - XclusiveTaqueria Moderna Pancake breakfast begins

9:45 am - Kids 1k run starts

11:00 am - Event ends

The Pacific Coast Triathlon invites athletes of all ages and abilities — from first-timers to seasoned competitors — to experience one of Southern California’s most scenic and celebrated races at the stunning Crystal Cove State Beach.

Start your day with a refreshing open-water swim in the Pacific Ocean right at Crystal Cove State Beach. Full lifeguard support and typically comfortable wave conditions make this leg welcoming for every level. Choose the Sprint (½ mile / ~750 m) or Olympic (1,500 m).

Next, tackle the bike on a fully closed, rolling course along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. Enjoy sweeping ocean views as you ride two loops for the Sprint (12 miles) or four loops for the Olympic (40K / ~24.8 miles).

The run winds along the gorgeous Crystal Cove Trail and paths, with panoramic ocean views on one side and Pacific Coast Highway on the other. You’ll pass through the historic beach cottages, and — when tides allow — enjoy a memorable stretch right along the sand before climbing back up for an unforgettable oceanfront finish. Sprint runners cover 3 miles; Olympic athletes run 6.2 miles (10K), with aid stations every mile.

Additional race options include Sprint & Olympic Duathlon, Aquabike, Relay teams (male, female, or co-ed), and a 5K Beach and Trail Run.

This USAT-sanctioned event is part of the popular OC Tri Series and proudly supports local non-profits. Every finisher receives a custom medal (plus official race shirt and other great swag). Expect a festive beachside atmosphere with post-race food, awards ceremony, vendor village, and plenty of cheering spectators.

Whether you’re chasing a personal record or simply soaking in the beauty of the California coast, the Pacific Coast Triathlon delivers the perfect mix of challenge, scenery, and community.