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Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon

Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon is a triathlon race on August 1, 2026 in Big Lake, MN, with entry fees from $70 to $130.

Date
August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
Price
$70–$130
Sport
Triathlon
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From the Organizer

Big Lake Graniteman is one of Minnesota’s favorite triathlons. Offering sprint and Olympic distance triathlons in early August, the event is held at Lakeside Park, just 30 minutes from the Twin Cities and St. Cloud. Participants swim in the clean and clear waters of Big Lake, enjoy one of the flattest and fastest bike rides in the state, and enjoy a lakeside run that starts and finishes in the park.

Events

Sprint 3-Person$70
Olympic 3-Person$80
Sprint 2-Person$90
Olympic 2-Person$105
Sprint Individual$110
Olympic Individual$130

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

83°

Typical Low

60°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Elk Rvr, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:59 AMSunset 8:42 PMDaylight 14h 43m

Host City

About Big Lake, MN

City Elevation

917 ft

Nearest Airport

STC

Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 21 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 41 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

9

Days to train

Race
Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon
Date
August 1, 2026

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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.

Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.

Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.

Read the Guide

Triathlon

Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Big Lake than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon?+
Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Big Lake, Minnesota on August 1, 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 triathlon races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon?+
Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Big Lake, Minnesota at 101 Lakeshore Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon

Aug 1, 2026

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