The Baja Swim Series will hold its third open-water competition at Chileno Bay on Saturday, August 1, with five race distances covering the coastline between Chileno Bay and Las Viudas in the Los Cabos Corridor.
Swimmers can choose from 500 meters, 1,500 meters, 4 kilometers, 8 kilometers, or 12 kilometers. The first race begins at 7 a.m. in the Sea of Cortés. Each course follows the shoreline before returning to the starting point at Chileno Bay.
Registration and Requirements
All participants must present a valid medical certificate to compete. The 12-kilometer race carries an additional requirement: swimmers must show proof of prior open-water experience.
Registration is available three ways: in person at the Los Cabos Swim & Surf Shop, by email, or online at http://www.timermexico.com. The series organizer encouraged newcomers in a recent Facebook post, writing that what matters is “taking the first stroke,” not the distance.
Why Chileno Bay Works for Open Water
Chileno Bay sits along Highway 1, roughly 14 kilometers northeast of Cabo San Lucas and about 12.5 kilometers southwest of San José del Cabo. The curved coastline and reef system create a naturally protected cove with calm, clear water. It is one of the few beaches in the Corridor where swimming is considered safe year-round.
That calm profile makes the venue accessible for shorter-distance competitors while still offering a serious test at the 8- and 12-kilometer marks, where the course extends toward Las Viudas and back.
Safety and Support on Race Day
Organizers will provide on-site medical support and a hydration recovery area at the finish line. The series tagline captures the event’s tone: “Where comfort ends, and the challenge begins.”
The Baja Swim Series connects communities across Baja California Sur through open-water events that link the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortés. The August 1 race at Chileno Bay is the third stop in the series.
This story was first reported by the Gringo Gazette.