Ironman California
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IRONMAN California
IRONMAN California takes place in Sacramento, California on October 18, 2026. Registration for this edition is listed as sold out. The course is described as fast and flat and is promoted as conducive to personal best performances.
The race consists of these standard IRONMAN distances:
- 2.4 mile downriver swim in the Sacramento River
- 112 mile bike through scenic farmland and wine country
- 26.2 mile run that finishes at the California State Capitol
The swim is a current assisted downriver course. The bike route is described as flat and passes agricultural and wine country scenery. The run proceeds through Sacramento streets with community spectator support and a downtown finish atmosphere at the State Capitol.
Event weather and water conditions listed for the race include a typical high air temperature of 81 °F / 27 °C, a low of 52 °F / 11 °C, and an average water temperature of 62 °F / 17 °C. The event materials note notable spectator presence and an urban finish area with local food and cultural options nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
