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Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim

Date
August 15, 2026
Distance
Sprint Triathlon · Sprint Triathlon TEAM RELAY · Duathlon & more
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From the Organizer

 Prepare yourself for an exhilarating event at the 14th annual Hy Noon Kiwanis Storm the Lake Triathlon/Duathlon and Championship Open Swim race. This is a charity event for Storm Lake Kiwanis Youth Projects. Join other athletes at beautiful Storm Lake, IA King’s Pointe Waterpark and Resort. Swim in the protected bay, bike around the lake and run along the lake finishing at the flower lined path. All transition areas are at the waterpark. Storm Lake is considered one of the most beautiful venues for a triathlon in Iowa. The entire route is well marked with yellow vested Kiwanis volunteers cheering the athletes and providing assistance all along the way.  The Triathlon is 600 m. swim in the bay, 12 mile bike and 5K run.  The Duathlon is a 1 mile run, 12 mile bike and 5 K run in the same race area as the triathlon. The Open Swim is a 600 meter open swim. Come join the fun along beautiful Storm Lake!

This year Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon-Duathlon-Open Water Swim is proud to be part of the Iowa Championship Triathlon Series and Iowa Open Water Championship Swim Series. Whether you’re chasing a podium or just proving to yourself you can do it, you’ll find a supportive environment that celebrates effort, growth, and the thrill of competition. Each race in the series earns points toward becoming the state champion in your age group, turning every finish line into a meaningful step toward your goal.

For more information visit https://iowatriseries.com/

Location: King’s Pointe Resort and Waterpark, 1520 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA. Storm Lake is 60 miles east of Sioux City, IA, 135 miles north of Omaha, NE, 140 miles northwest of Des Moines, IA, 140 miles southeast of Sioux Falls, SD on highway 71.

All- Packet pick up is at King’s Pointe Resort 1520 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA inside on Friday Aug. 14 from 6:00-8:00  p.m.  If you are in town, you are greatly encouraged to pick up your packet at this time.

The transition area will open from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. Aug 15. There will be a volunteer with the bikes at all times. Only athletes will be allowed in the transition area. If you are staying all night at a motel, we recommend you keep your bike in your room on Friday night.

Starting at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday—we will hand out packets to those who were unable to pick them up on Friday night. We will begin writing numbers on athletes.

Location: King’s Pointe Resort and Waterpark, Storm Lake, IA. Storm Lake is 60 miles east of Sioux City, IA, 135 miles north of Omaha, NE, 140 miles northwest of Des Moines, IA, 140 miles southeast of Sioux Falls, SD on highway 71.

All- Packet pick up is at King’s Pointe Resort 1520 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA inside on Friday Aug. 15 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.  

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Distances:

Swim 600 m in the bay at King’s Pointe,

bike 12 miles around the lake to transition area at King’s Point,

run 5K along the lake and back to King’s Pointe

 

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Your participation helps a wonderful cause! Proceeds to help the High Noon Kiwanis raise funds for their children's and youth projects.

Packet pick up Fri. from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at King's Pointe Lodge and again at 6:30 a.m. Sat. morning at Awaysis Beach at King's Pointe.

Shirt size/availability is guaranteed if registered by Aug. 7,  shirts will be available after that date, but sizes not guaranteed- they will be distributed at packet pick-up, first come/first serve. All participants will receive a medal.

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Please remember, all registrations are final. Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Come try the Storm the Lake triathlon/duathlon and open water swim! A beautiful venue for a triathlon/duathlon and open water swim.

Hope to see you there! . 

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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

80°

Typical Low

62°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Storm Lake.

Sunrise 6:28 AMSunset 8:24 PMDaylight 13h 56m

Host City

About Storm Lake, IA

Population

11,275

as of 2023

Elevation

1,436 ft

Nearest Airport

FOD

Fort Dodge Regional Airport · 52 mi

Major Hub

OMA

Eppley Airfield · 100 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

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

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Race
Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim
Date
August 15, 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.

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.

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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 Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim?
Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim is a triathlon race held in Storm Lake, Iowa on August 15, 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 Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim?
Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Storm Lake, Iowa at 1520 E Lakeshore Dr, Storm Lake, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim

Aug 15, 2026

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