Swim in La Jolla Rough Water Swim, California

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Over 2,000 swimmers assemble each year in September for what can affectionately be referred to as the Grandaddy of all Rough Water Swims. The La Jolla Rough Water Swim has a significant history, held continuously since 1960 but with a past that stretches back before World War I. While the event seemed to stop and start after World War I, there have been only 3 interruptions that occurred between 1931 and 1960. Today, three separate courses are laid out that range from a 250 yard (229 meters) “Junior” routing to a 1 mile (1.61 kilometers) course for Amateurs and Masters divisions escalating to the 3 mile (4.83 kilometers) most challenging Open course used by the Gatorman Division. Age categories that range from 5 to 85, plus, are open to entrants. The courses are triangular in shape and laid out such that the bluff overlooking the beach where the completion is staged affords spectators the ability to watch the entire race which also covers the Start/Finish line in beautiful La Jolla Cove creating a natural swimming amphitheater. Finishers of the challenging event are awarded a commemorative medal while the first five finishers in each division earn additional awards. Consider adding the Dream to Swim in the La Jolla Rough Water Swim to your list if you want to participate in some of the most challenging swimming events on the planet or include a unique event on your intinerary during a long anticipated trip to the San Diego area. Competing in this swim event in the shadow of some of the most expensive real estate on the planet will truly make for memories you will want to share with your family and friends.

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