Kanuga Triathlon
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Kanuga Triathlon
The Kanuga Triathlon takes place in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Hendersonville, North Carolina on August 22, 2027. Registration for the event opens January 7, 2027.
The event combines open water swimming, a mixed-surface bike route, and a trail run. The swim uses a single-loop open water course with a time-trial start intended to keep the swim calm and controlled. The bike course is 13.5 miles, primarily paved with two short unpaved connector sections of about one mile each. The run is a 5K that mixes single-track and double-track trail, forest road, and paved sections with gentle climbs and runnable flats.
Distances
- 600 m open water swim
- 13.5 miles mixed-surface bike
- 5K (3.1 miles) trail run
Event services include a commemorative shirt if registered by July 12 (a fee applies after that date), a custom finisher medal, professional chip timing using MyLaps with timing mats, age group awards, and clearly marked GPS-supported routes. An E-Bike division is offered. A virtual race option exists and virtual participants receive mailed swag. The Kanuga Trail & Tri Challenge pairs this triathlon with a Twilight Trail 5K for combined weekend recognition. On-site lodging and primitive camping options are available at Kanuga Inn & Lodging at participant rates.
Events proceed in most weather conditions unless conditions are dangerous. Registrations are non-refundable; alternatives include transfer to the virtual event, deferral within policy deadlines, or changing race distance where allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
