NAPLES ISLAND SWIMS

The Naples Island Swims is an open water swimming competition which began in 1903, held in Alamitos Bay in Long Beach, CA. The event is an excellent venue for beginning, intermediate and expert open water swimmers alike, with race distances of 500 yards, 1 mile and 3 miles.

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The Naples Island Swims continues to be one of the best loved aquatic events for the City of Long Beach. 

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The City of Long Beach has been officially recognized as the Aquatic Capital of America, serving as the destination for a wide range of aquatic sports and activities.

Proceeds from the event will underwrite youth swimming programs in the City of Long Beach.

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The 2024 Naples Island Swims took place on Sunday, August 18th.