Categories/Age Groups

Age groups will be in 5 year increments as per USAT standards.  Relay teams will be scored based on combined ages of team mates. More info

Directions/Parking

Please click here to review parking directions and instructions.  THERE IS NO EVENT PARKING AT THE LAKESIDE PARK BOAT RAMP AREA.  Event parking is very close to the boat ramp area, but access to the parking area is located off of Reservoir Road to the north of Lakeside Park.

Aqua Bike

The duathlon follows the same course as the tri, just without the run portion of the race.

Duathlon

The duathlon follows the same course as the tri, just without the swim portion of the race. It will start in a time trial fashion from the transition area as the first swimmers are coming out of the water.

Paddle Tri

The paddle triathlon follows the same course as the tri, just switch the swim portion of the race for a kayak or stand up paddle board. The paddle tri is a mass start.

Cottage Grove Lake Conditions

In a normal year, the surface water temperature (top 12-18 inches) should be in the 72-75F range at Cottage Grove Lake. More info about the lake and wet suits here.

Schedule of Events

For a detailed schedule of weekend events, click here.

Camping/Lodging

Check out where to stay when you come to race or preview the course here.

USAT Sanctioning

USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the sports of triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aquathlon in the United States. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races.