Pier to Cove Swim
The Pier to Cove swim is a point to point open water challenge that starts on the beach at Scripps Pier in La Jolla and ends at the iconic La Jolla Cove. This event is for experienced ocean swimmers who are prepared for a swim of 1.5 miles in open ocean, “rough water” conditions. The San Diego City Lifeguards will provide safety support, but we cannot guarantee the safety of swimmers, especially for those who are unprepared.
Water temperatures can range between 62-70 degrees.
Swimmers may leave their swim bags at registration with event volunteers, and the bags will be taken to La Jolla Cove where you can pick them up at the end of your swim. They will be watched, but do not leave valuable or fragile items in bags. *The La Jolla Cove Swim Club is not responsible for loss.
Electronic Timing will be provided. There is a 90 minute time limit for this swim. After 90 minutes, lifeguards will remove any remaining swimmers from the water.
Registration Categories: "Regulation" is according to USMS rules. Neoprene swim caps are acceptable. “Non-Regulation”: Swimmers may wear wetsuits, rash guards, fins, or masks and snorkels, etc.
Awards for the 1st place Overall male and female “Regulation” swimmers. Awards to the 1st place "Regulation" male and female finishers in each age group.
Participants will receive a La Jolla Pier to Cove hat given to each swimmer at the finish.
Water temperatures can range between 62-70 degrees.
Swimmers may leave their swim bags at registration with event volunteers, and the bags will be taken to La Jolla Cove where you can pick them up at the end of your swim. They will be watched, but do not leave valuable or fragile items in bags. *The La Jolla Cove Swim Club is not responsible for loss.
Electronic Timing will be provided. There is a 90 minute time limit for this swim. After 90 minutes, lifeguards will remove any remaining swimmers from the water.
Registration Categories: "Regulation" is according to USMS rules. Neoprene swim caps are acceptable. “Non-Regulation”: Swimmers may wear wetsuits, rash guards, fins, or masks and snorkels, etc.
Awards for the 1st place Overall male and female “Regulation” swimmers. Awards to the 1st place "Regulation" male and female finishers in each age group.
Participants will receive a La Jolla Pier to Cove hat given to each swimmer at the finish.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am PDT
- End Time:
- 11:00am PDT
- Price:
- $72.20 incl. $7.20 Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $83.00 after March 31, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| February 16, 2026, 4:00pm PST | March 31, 2026, 11:59pm PDT | $72.20 |
| April 1, 2026, 12:00am PDT | May 7, 2026, 11:59pm PDT | $83.00 |
| May 8, 2026, 12:00am PDT | June 25, 2026, 11:59pm PDT | $93.80 |
| June 26, 2026, 12:00am PDT | June 28, 2026, 9:00am PDT | $110.00 |
This is a service fee for processing your registration. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.
