Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge
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Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge Presented by Saint Clare's Health
The third annual Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge takes place on September 5, 2026 at Crescent Cove Beach Club in Hopatcong, New Jersey. The event features three event types: Sprint Triathlon, AquaBike, and Team Relay.
Sprint triathlon distances:
- 400 m swim
- 12.5 mile bike
- 3.1 mile run
Registrations include a race shirt and a custom finisher's medal. Relay teams may consist of two or three athletes and may divide the swim, bike, and run legs as they choose. AquaBike is open to ages 13 and up.
The course begins with an open water swim at Crescent Cove Beach, continues on a bike route through the Northwood section into Jefferson before looping back, and finishes with a 3.1 mile out and back run along Lakeside Boulevard to Maxim Glen and return. Awards for the sprint triathlon include overall 1st through 3rd places for male and female and multiple age group placings. Aquabike awards are overall 1st through 3rd.
The event benefits the Hopatcong PBA. Participants who raise $150 or more are eligible for a race sweater provided by Live Run Give LLC. Parking options listed include The Beacon, Elite Prep Academy, street parking on River Styx, and limited on site parking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
