Root River Triathlon
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Root River Triathlon
The Root River Triathlon is a non-swimming triathlon held in the Bluff Country of the Root River Valley. It has been organized since 1998. The event starts in Houston, Minnesota.
Participants begin with a 6.8-mile paddle down the Root River, from Houston to Mound Prairie. This is followed by a 7.9-mile bike ride back to Houston, which includes some hills. The final leg is a 3-mile run, starting on the Root River Trail and continuing through the streets of Houston before finishing at Trailhead Park.
Registration is open for several categories:
- Kayak
- Canoe
- 2-Person Kayak
- 2-Person Canoe
- 3-Person Relay
- 4-Person Relay
Participants 17 years of age and younger must have guardian consent. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
