With views this good the temptation is to walk. On Sunday, February 12th, however, thousands will be 
moving at a substantially faster pace, soaking up the views of historic downtown San Jose del Cabo and other picturesque locales as they compete in the 4th annual Los Cabos Half Marathon.
Hard on the heels of the full-blown Los Cabos Marathon – 26.2 long miles traversed on January 21st, with Stephen Kibet and Ruth Jepkoech taking top honors among men and women, respectively – the Half Marathon offers a less grueling if still strenuous test against a glorious backdrop at the bottom of the Baja California peninsula. Those at a lower fitness level too are invited to participate, as auxiliary competitions like a 10K and 5K races will also be held, as will a 3K for children.
Not keen on the metric system? 10K equals 6.2 miles, 5K equals 3.1, and the 3K is a mere 1.9 miles. All races start at 7 a.m. on Sunday.
The full 13.1 mile, or 21K course starts and finishes at Plaza Mijares, in front of City Hall and the Garden of Illustrious Cabeños (the latter the name given to local residents) at the terminus of San Jose del Cabo’ broad central boulevard, named in honor of Mexican – American war hero Jose Antonio Mijares. In between these two points, the Half Marathon wends across to the luxury development of Puerto Los Cabos, past its scenic marina and the golden sands of La Playita, returning to the downtown area via a detour near the beautiful estuary and bird sanctuary.
Plenty of prizes will be awarded, and all attendees are invited to enjoy the Finish Line Fiesta at Plaza Mijares in San Jose del Cabo, with music, food, beer and wine. Registration is only $22 U.S. To sign up, or to find out about the sporting expo and whale watching reception party on February 11th, go to http://www.loscaboshalfmarathon.com. Team programs are available with accompanying discounts.
Photo courtesy of the Los Cabos Half Marathon.
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