Ironman Maryland
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Event overview
IRONMAN Maryland is scheduled for September 19, 2026 in Cambridge, Maryland, United States. The race is presented as an IRONMAN 140.6 event and has been held in the area for over 10 years. The event is Flex90 eligible. The start area is described as Gerry Boyle Park and the swim takes place in the Choptank River. Athlete surveys have ranked this event in the IRONMAN Athletes' Choice Awards, including #1 Best Bike in North America and #3 Best Swim in North America.
Course and conditions
- 2.4-mile swim
- IRONMAN 140.6 total distance
The course is described as flat and scenic. The bike course passes through the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. The run course goes through downtown Cambridge. Typical reported conditions shown for the event include an average water temperature of 72 F / 22 C, a high air temperature of about 80 F / 27 C, and a low air temperature of about 59 F / 15 C. The event site notes a strong local community presence around the race, referred to as "Crabby Nation." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.