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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $38.86$48.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $38.86$48.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
| Olympic RunBikeRun (5km run, 38 km bike, 10km run) | DuathlonRun 3.1 mi · Bike 23.6 mi · Run 6.2 mi | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| Olympic Swim (1640 yards) | 1 Mile | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $38.86$48.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| Olympic SwimBike | AquabikeSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.3 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| Olympic SwimRun | SwimRunSwim 1,497 m · Bike 24.8 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| Olympic Triathlon | Olympic TriathlonSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.3 mi · Run 6 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 18, 2027 | – |
| Sprint RunBikeRun (5km run, 19km bike, 5km run) | DuathlonRun 3.1 mi · Bike 11.8 mi · Run 3.1 mi | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
| Sprint Swim (400 yards) | Other | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $38.86$48.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
| Sprint SwimBike | AquabikeSwim 400 yd · Bike 9 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
| Sprint SwimRun | SwimRunSwim 400 yd · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
| Sprint Triathlon | Sprint TriathlonSwim 400 yd · Bike 12.5 mi · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | Oct 3, 20278:00 AM | $133.86$158.86 after Apr 19, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Duathlon fee goes up to $158.86 on Apr 18, 2027.
This is an open water swim at Dockweiler State Beach. The organizer's wetsuit note: wetsuit legal.
From the organizer's own race information. Venues and rules can change from year to year; the race's current athlete guide decides.
Around October 3, the water at NOAA's Santa Monica station typically runs about 68°F (65 to 70°F across 2016 to 2025). Wetsuits were legal every year at this date.
Measured by the NOAA tide station nearest the race's listed location, about 8.6 km away; open beaches and sheltered bays nearby can differ by a few degrees. Wetsuit cutoffs are USA Triathlon age-group rules. The race's own water temperature reading on race morning decides.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $38.86, entry is about 14 percent below a typical 10K in California, which costs $45 right now.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:48 AM, and the Olympic RunBikeRun (5km run, 38 km bike, 10km run) starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 10 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Dockweiler State Beach - Parking Lot 2, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
The 12.5-mile bike course climbs 407 feet, about 32 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cal Tri LA - Sprint - SwimSwim, point to point | 370 m | ||
| Cal Tri LA - Sprint - BikeBike, out and back | 12.5 mi | 407 ft | rolling |
| Cal Tri LA - Sprint - RunRun, out and back | 3 mi | 50 ft | flat |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 61°F at dawn to 75°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 1% of days. Cold snaps dip to 57°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of 2027 Cal Tri LA - 10.3.27 cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Sunday, October 11, 2026. TIME (PDT) ACTIVITY LOCATION. 1:00 PM Mandatory Youth & Parent Meeting Online: Zoom Link. Saturday, October 17, 2026. TIME (PDT) ACTIVITY LOCATION. 7:30 AM Athletic Swim & Transition Clinic. Registration Required…
Course
Sprint & Youth Sprint Swim (400 yards). Sprint & Youth Sprint Bike (12.5 miles). Sprint & Youth Sprint Run (3.1 miles). Olympic Swim (1640 yards). Olympic Bike (24.3 miles). Olympic Run (6 miles). Staging Area. Parking Map. Athletes are…
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2027 Cal Tri LA - 10.3.27 Playa del Rey, a coastal neighborhood, is known for its more laid-back atmosphere, making it a great destination for those seeking a quieter beach experience in the Los Angeles area. Playa del Rey has a variety of restaurants and cafes, offering diverse culinary experiences. Some establishments feature outdoor seating with ocean views. Dockweiler State Beach, the race venue, offers a beachfront RV park, fire pits for bonfires, and a hang-gliding practice area. It's a great spot for a beach picnic.