A sprint course is also available. Catalina Island - Run for Site. 11.5 mile trail run. This is one tough, inspiring race. Careful on the downhill too.
People really wind it up and haul ass down the hill.
It beckons adventure and good times so go there for the race, but be sure to do some swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and dining and dancing. There's also a 5K offered the same day. October 1- Santa Cruz Sentinel. Weather is almost always great, and the volunteers and Santa Cruz townspeople that come out are all smiles. A feel good race.