Tri Clear Lake
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TRI Clear Lake 2026
TRI Clear Lake 2026 takes place on Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Clear Lake, IA. The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 10th annual triathlon. The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon and is named the state championship race for 2026. The race location is listed as 205 Main Avenue, Clear Lake, IA 50428.
Events and course
The race program includes sprint and Olympic distances, relay options, and a PRO/Elite Olympic-distance race. The Olympic triathlon entry is open to ages 18 to 99. A lakeside finisher party will follow, featuring music, food and beverages.
Distances for each event:
- Sprint: swim 500 m, bike 12.5 miles, run 3.1 miles
- Olympic: swim 1,500 m, bike 25 miles, run 6.2 miles
- PRO/Elite: Olympic-distance course
The swim start is at City Beach. The bike course is a flat, one- or two-loop out-and-back that runs along South Shore Drive. The run follows North Shore Drive and finishes at the lakeside in City Park downtown. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
