Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon
- Date
- September 11–12, 2026
- Distance
- Double Ultra Triathlon (Solo) · The Endure 4-5-6 · Single Ultra Triathlon (Solo) & more
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Virginia Ultra Triathlon, where athletes come together to experience the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Join us for an exhilarating race through Smith Mountain State Park, where every step brings you closer to discovering what you can endure. Join us for a chance to test your limits and immerse yourself in the ultra-triathlon community. Your limits will be tested, both physically and mentally, but the person you discover along the way is what allows you to endure even the unthinkable. Don’t let doubt keep you from achieving what you were set out to endure in life.
Race Weekend: September 11 to 12, 2026
Location: Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at Smith Mountain Lake State Park!
Transition Area: The transition area is filled with the true meaning of the ultra triathlon community. Every athlete will have an area that they can set up as they wish. An athlete can bring or rent a tent for the transition area. If a tent is rented the athlete will also be provided with two chairs and a table. Transition will also include the timing mat, a charging station, nutrition area where meals will be served, bike mechanic area and the finish line!
Athlete Briefing & Pre Race Dinner: Race weekend kick off with athlete briefing and pre race dinner. Come meet the athletes, crew members, volunteers, staff and sponsors before the weekend kicks off.
Awards Banquet: Join us for a celebration of the weekend.
Sanctioning: Our races are proudly sanctioned by USA Triathlon.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bedford, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Huddleston, VA
Elevation
837 ft
Nearest Airport
LYH
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 20 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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 Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
95
Days to train
- Race
- Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon
- Date
- September 11–12, 2026
Coming Up
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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.
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 Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon?
- Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Huddleston, Virginia on September 11, 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 Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon?
- Friday, September 11, 2026 in Huddleston, Virginia at 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Smith Mountain Lake Ultra Triathlon
Sep 11, 2026