Race Across America – Race Across the west

June 10 & 14, 2025

12:00 pm

Starting Line:
Pier Amphitheater

301 The Strand N, Oceanside
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This annual transcontinental bike rAce kicks off in Oceanside each year.

Each year, cyclists convene in Oceanside ready to prove themselves in Race Across America (RAAM), one of the most respected and longest running endurance sporting events in the world. Starting in Oceanside, RAAM spans over 3000 miles, climbs 175,000 feet, crosses 13 states, in no more than 12 (for solo riders) to nine days (for teams) and finishes on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

O’side also hosts the annual Race Across the West (RAW), one of the world’s top RAAM qualifying events. RAW riders race 860 miles from Oceanside to Durango, Colorado.

In Oceanside, you can cheer on the competitors as they launch their epic sprint.

Lodging

Event special rates and current Oceanside deals

We’re so excited to have you join us in Oceanside for this action-packed annual event. We want planning your time with us to be as easy as possible, so we’ve put together the best lodging and hotel deals for RAAM and RAW below.

Marbella Vacation Rentals

308 S The Strand

(760) 721-8000

Offer: 15% Off Rental Rate with promo code VISITOCEANSIDE

Mission Pacific Beach Resort

201 N. Meyers St.

(760) 512-3300

Offer: Save 30% at the Mission Pacific Hotel

On The Sand Vacation Rentals

999 N Pacific Street

866-263-7225

Offer: Save 10% on your next stay! Enter promo code VISITOCEANSIDE at checkout.

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa

101 Mission Avenue

(760) 512-3600

Offer: Free Parking at The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa

101 Mission Avenue

(760) 512-3600

Offer: $50 towards Sunny's Spa At The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa

The Blue Skies Vacation Rental

3bd, 2ba, up to 8 guests

(562) 356-8073‬

Offer: Save 10% on your next stay! Enter promo code: visitoceanside

The Fin Hotel – Hilton Tapestry Collection

133 South Coast Highway

(760) 279-6300

Offer: 10% Off Rates

Room Block Name: Mention promo code L1

The Brick Hotel

408 Pier View Way

(760) 519-7163

Offer: Book 2 nights get $100 gift card at The Brick Hotel

Traveling with a group?

Depending on the size of your group, Visit Oceanside may be able to assist you in finding the perfect location for your group to stay together or find a venue for a group celebration after the event. Contact our Group Travel Department for more information.

Plan your stay

Family Fun

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