Clemson Triathlon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- Sprinternational Triathlon · Sprinternational Relay · Aquabike & more
From the Organizer
SWIM: 1000 Meters (Lake)
BIKE: 21 Miles
RUN: 6 Kilometers
The Clemson Triathlon moves into its 27th season in 2026 and will once again be a Sprinternational Distance event and feature two loops of the world famous bike course and more flat running along the East Beach Dike making for an incredible event. Held on an around the beautiful campus of Clemson University, this event is the oldest existing triathlon in South Carolina and a true classic.
The 2026 event will once again serve as the USA Triathlon SC State Championship.
Aquabike (swim - bike)
SWIM: 1000 Meters (Lake)
BIKE: 21 Miles
Aquathlon (swim - run)
SWIM: 1000 Meters (Lake)
RUN: 6 Kilometers
Part of the South Carolina Triathlon Series
USAT STATE CHAMPIONSHIP CLUB COMPETITIONS
Compete as a part of your team! Make sure you are attached to your local USA Triathlon Club.
All individual triathletes will be considered "age group" for the club competition. The higher you place in your age group, the greater it helps your club for this competition. The club with the lowest score wins. For each club to receive points, they must meet the minimum number of finishers. The minimum for 2026 is 3 finishers for a team to be scored as part of the club competition.
You can add yourself to a team/club from your registration profile. A helpful link can be found HERE if you need to join an existing USAT club or create a new one for the race.
**The club competition will only apply to individual triathlon participants. Those racing aquabike, aquathlon or on a relay will not count towards the club competition.**
Events
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
86°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Clemson Oconee Co Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Seneca, SC
Elevation
806 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 43 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 96 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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12
Days to train
- Race
- Clemson Triathlon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Clemson Triathlon?
- Clemson Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Seneca, South Carolina on June 20, 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 Clemson Triathlon?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Seneca, South Carolina at Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Center, Seneca, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Clemson Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Clemson Triathlon
Jun 20, 2026