Great Lake Superior Swim
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Location
- 4750 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 2 mile · 3.7 Mile & more
From the Organizer
Come race in the Big Lake! Swim parallel to the shore along the sand beach of Park Point. Swim 1, 2, or 3.7 miles, finishing at the Park Point Recreation Area
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
73°
Typical Low
59°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Duluth Harbor Stn, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Duluth, MN
Population
86,863
as of 2023
Elevation
1,164 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 142 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Great Lake Superior Swim, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
76
Days to train
- Race
- Great Lake Superior Swim
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Location
- 4750 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Great Lake Superior Swim?
- Great Lake Superior Swim is a swimming race held in Duluth, Minnesota on August 23, 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 Great Lake Superior Swim?
- Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Duluth, Minnesota at 4750 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Great Lake Superior Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Great Lake Superior Swim
Aug 23, 2026