Shuttle & Parking Information
There are now 3 shuttle locations to get you to your start line. One at the State Beach (Finish Area). This is a limited premium option, that includes an all-day state Beach Parking pass (this pass is required to be picked up in person during Saturday PPU- no exceptions). The other two locations are Free and are located in Downtown Ventura at Plaza Park (approx. 1.5 miles from the Finish Area), and at the Pacific View Mall (approx. 2.5 miles from the Finish Area).
During registration you selected your shuttle location and time for your event. You can look this information up by
- logging into your RunSignUp Account,
- Under your Profile Icon select My Races,
- then under Upcoming events tab you should see your M2B registration. Select Manage Registration on the right.
- Then select the Add Ons Tab and from here you can edit or view your Shuttle time and location
- **Seats/times for shuttles are limited and sell out, You must board the shuttle at the location and time you selected- NO EXCEPTIONS. Your shuttle location and pick up time will be printed on your bib.
State Beach (Finish Area) Shuttle to Start Line
(Marathon/Half Marathon Only)
We've added a Premium Shuttle Pickup & Parking option for 2027. If you select this option during registration, you'll park directly at San Buenaventura State Beach and board your shuttle from there. After finishing the race, you'll be just a short walk from your vehicle—no need to wait for or board a post-race shuttle.
Please note, this Shuttle Option is extremely limited due to the State Beach's parking capacity. Your parking pass is included with this selection but it must be picked up in person during Packet Pickup on Saturday. No exceptions will be made.
**The State Beach has informed us that vehicles parked without a valid pass will be subject to citation. If you purchase this option and do not attend Packet Pickup to collect your parking pass, you will be required to pay for parking separately on race day using the QR code payment system located throughout the parking lots. Parking fees paid on race day are not refundable through the event.
Downtown Ventura Shuttle to Start Line
(Full Marathon/Half Marathon/ &10K)
There are nearly 2000 parking spots available in Downtown Ventura within a short walk to the Shuttle Pick Up Location, however the parking is on a first come first serve basis and not guaranteed.
Shuttles will leave from Plaza Park off of Santa Clara at
- 4:00 am and 5:00 am for the Full Marathon
- 4:00 am, 4:40 am, and 5:15 am for the Half Marathon
- 4:00am, 4:30am, 5:00am and 5:30am for the 10K
Be sure to arrive at least 30 min prior to your shuttle time to give you enough time to find a parking space, and walk to the shuttles. THERE WILL BE RETURN SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM THE FINISH LINE BACK TO PLAZA PARK AFTER YOU FINISH, SEE “RETURN SHUTTLE” SECTION BELOW.
Pacific View Mall Shuttle to Start Line
(Full Marathon & Half Marathon Only)
This shuttle option picks up at the Pacific View Mall located at 3301 E Main St Ventura CA 93003 and will shuttle you to your start line. The Pacific View Mall is approx. 2.5 miles from the finish line.
There are two shuttle times for the Full and Half Marathon that leave at 4:00 am and at 5:00 am.
THE LAST SHUTTLE WILL LEAVE AT 5:00 AM!!! Be sure to arrive at least 30 min prior to your shuttle time to give you enough time to find a parking space, and walk to the shuttles. THERE WILL BE RETURN SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM THE FINISH LINE BACK TO THE MALL AFTER YOU FINISH, SEE “RETURN SHUTTLE” SECTION BELOW.
RETURN SHUTTLES
DOWNTOWN VENTURA and PACIFIC VIEW MALL- RETURN SHUTTLES
After you finish we will have shuttles waiting to return you to either our Downtown Ventura or Pacific View Mall Parking Areas. The return shuttles will run from 7:00 am – 1:30 pm. Pickup is now inside the State Beach (Finish Area). Look at the shuttle window signs to confim you are boarding the correct return shuttle.
($20) Return Shuttle Service to the Full Start Line
If you chose to “Drive Yourself” (during the registration process) to the Full Start, we will have Return Shuttles running from 7:00 am – 1:30 pm to get you back up to Ojai. Pickup is now inside the State Beach (Finish Area). Look at the shuttle window signs to confim you are boarding the correct return shuttle. Shuttles will drop you off near the Full Marathon Start Line where you can then make your way back to your car. **If you did not select this option during registration you must find your own way back from the finish– Shuttles will have limited seating reserved for those who selected and paid for this option online (Return Shuttle Service to Full Start Line will be printed on your bib)
Getting Dropped off or driving yourself to the Full Marathon Start?
Getting Dropped Off:
Recommended Route- Head North on Hwy 33 until Hwy 33 and Hwy 150 branch away from each other. Take slight Right onto Hwy 150. Continue into Downtown Ojai. Road closure for event starts at Ventura St. Take Left onto Blanche St and immediate Right onto Matillija St. Athlete drop off zone is between Signal St and Montgomery St. Arrive no later than 5:15 am. Do not park, simply let runners out and continue driving. Be courteous to other runners and drivers. DO NOT PARK in drop off zone for any reason!!!! To leave, turn left onto Montgomery St followed by a left on Aliso. Then Left on Ventura St. **Important: You cannot head back through Ojai the way you came in. Westbound Hwy 150 lanes will be closed. Continue Straight on Ventura St over Hwy 150 and follow detour signs to get back to Ventura.
Driving Yourself:
Driving yourself is NOT RECOMMENDED, but the option to do so can be selected during registration. There is limited Neighborhood parking north of the start line in Downtown Ojai. Hwy 150 will be closed to traffic in both directions from Signal St to Gorham Rd. with detours in place. If you plan to drive yourself, or are a spectator, parking is on a first come first serve basis. Pay attention to all parking signs as Mountains 2 Beach and its affiliates and sponsors are not responsible for parking tickets or towing. Note- If you drive yourself to the Full Start Line, arrive no later than 5:15am to ensure ample time to park, walk, warm up, use bathroom etc. There will be a return shuttle service at the Finish Line, but only if you selected and paid for this option during registration. See “RETURN SHUTTLE SECTION” ABOVE.
Getting dropped off or driving yourself to the Half Marathon Start?
Getting Dropped Off:
Recommended Route –From the 101 North or South Head North on Hwy 33 towards Oak View. Once in Oak View, turn Left on Santa Ana Blvd then Right on Valley Rd. Valley Rd wraps around to Monte Via. Left on Monte Via. Athlete drop off zone is anywhere along Monte Via. Arrive no later than 5:15 am. Do not park, simply stop and let runners out and continue driving to head Left on Santa Ana Blvd. and back to Hwy 33 to leave. DO NOT PARK in drop off zone for any reason. Be courteous other runners and drivers. Please keep the noise down for our neighbors, its o’dark thirty on a Sunday and they do not wish to be disturbed.
Driving Youself:
Driving yourself is NOT RECOMMENDED. There will be limited parking in the neighborhoods. Please be respectful of the locals, and not be loud in the morning. If you do choose to drive yourself, arrive no later than 5:15 am. Pay attention to all street parking signs as Mountains 2 Beach and its affiliates and sponsors are not responsible for parking tickets or towing. Any participants choosing to park at the Half Start will need to find their own way back up after the race. Shuttles will only take participants to the start before the race, NOT after.
Getting dropped off or driving yourself to the 10K Start?
Getting Dropped Off:
Recommended Route –From the 101 North or South Head North on Hwy 33 towards Shell Rd. Exit Shell and turn Left towards Ventura Ave. Head Left on Ventura Ave for less than 1/2 mile and pull over at or before Crooked Palm. Athlete drop off zone is anywhere along Ventura Ave near Crooked Palm (Do not turn down Crooked Palm). Arrive before 5:15 am. Do not park in the drop off area, simply stop and let runners out and continue driving north on Ventura Ave until you get to Canada Larga Rd. Turn Right and head back to Ventura via Hwy 33. DO NOT PARK in drop off zone for any reason. Be courteous other runners and drivers. Please keep the noise to a minimum.
Driving Yourself:
Driving yourself is NOT RECOMMENDED. There will be limited parking in the neighborhoods. Please be respectful of the locals, and quiet in the morning. If you choose to drive yourself, arrive no later than 5:15 am. Pay attention to all street parking signs as Mountains 2 Beach and its affiliates and sponsors are not responsible for parking tickets or towing. Any participants choosing to park near the 10K Start will need to find their own way back up after the race. Shuttles will only take participants to the start before the race, NOT after.
Parking for the 5K and Kids 1K Start
We recommend parking in the State Beach parking lot at 901 San Pedro St. There is a Parking Fee required. Use the QR code payment system located throughout the parking lots. There is very limited parking in the surrounding Pierpont neighborhoods and it’s not recommended. Do not park on Harbor Blvd. and walk in, PD will be ticketing.
*There are NO shuttles for the 5k Start. If you park Downtown (where there is free parking) it is approx. 1.5-2 mile walk to your start line.
Spectator Shuttle Service
New for 2027: We no longer recommend parking at San Buenaventura State Beach on race morning. Because the beach is now being used as a participant shuttle and parking location, the parking lots will be likely full by 6:00 AM.
Instead, we recommend parking in Downtown Ventura (approximately 1.5 miles from the finish line) or at Pacific View Mall (approximately 2.5 miles from the finish line) and utilizing our free spectator shuttle service, which will operate continuously from 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM on Sunday.
Plaza Park Downtown Spectator Shuttle Pickup/Dropoff Location
Pacific View Mall Spectator Pickup/Dropoff Location
Although the shuttle ride itself is less than 10 minutes, we strongly recommend allowing an additional 30–45 minutes for parking, boarding, shuttle travel, unloading, and walking to the finish area. This is the first year of the new shuttle system, and building in extra time will help ensure you arrive in time to cheer on your runner as they cross the finish line.
