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2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim

Date
July 25, 2026
Distance
2 Mile Swim
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From the Organizer

Welcome to Minnesota! Race in one of Minnesota's amazing 10,000 lakes! Square Lake is close to Minneapolis/ St. Paul and historic downtown Stillwater, MN.

The USMS National Championship race is a 2-mile open water swim.

Events

2 Mile Swim8 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

79°

Typical Low

63°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Stillwater 2sw, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:50 AMSunset 8:48 PMDaylight 14h 58m

Host City

About Stillwater, MN

Population

3,959

as of 2023

Elevation

1,046 ft

Nearest Airport

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 19 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

47

Days to train

Race
2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim
Date
July 25, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.

Open Water Swimming

Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim?
2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim is a swimming race held in Stillwater, Minnesota on July 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim?
Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Stillwater, Minnesota at 15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim

Jul 25, 2026

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