TRI Clear Lake 2026
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 205 Main Avenue, Clear Lake, IA
- Distance
- TRI Clear Lake Triathlon Sprint · TRI Clear Lake Sprint Relay Team · TRI Clear Lake Olympic Triathlon & more
From the Organizer
📣 Exciting News! The TRI Clear Lake Triathlon is moving to August 29th! You asked, and we listened — same great race, just warmer water and plenty of summer sunshine. Plus, you’ll have all summer to train and get in the lake for some open-water swim practice. Get ready for an incredible day of racing, community, and fun at the lake! 🌊🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️
TRI Clear Lake has been named the state championship race, once again, by USA Triathlon for 2026. This is a testament to our TRI Clear Lake committee and Clear Lake as a whole. Our committee is dedicated to putting on one of the BEST and most professionally produced races in the Midwest, and our community shows up to support it. Here's to 2026! Now, it's time to take the plunge and sign up to TRY TRI Clear Lake.
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 10th Annual TRI Clear Lake Triathlon sanctioned by USA Triathlon on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The scenic course will commence at City Beach; 500M for Sprint and 1,500M for Olympic, the flat & fast 1 or 2-loop bike course (Sprint: 12.5 Miles • Olympic: 25 Miles) guides athletes out and back along South Shore Drive. The race is capped off with a 3.1 or 6.2 mile run on North Shore drive along beautiful Clear Lake and back to lakeside finish in City Park downtown.
This is the perfect race for beginners, or for experienced triathletes alike looking for a great tune-up race for Ironman 70.3 Des Moines! Clear Lake a beautiful tourist destination conveniently located on I 35 2 hours North of Des Moines & 2 hours South of Minneapolis. At the completion of the race, you will experience a high-energy lakefront finisher party, complete with music, food & beverages!
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
79°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mason City Muni Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clear Lake, IA
Population
7,603
as of 2023
Elevation
1,233 ft
Nearest Airport
MCW
Mason City Municipal Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 112 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at TRI Clear Lake 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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 TRI Clear Lake 2026?
- TRI Clear Lake 2026 is a triathlon race held in Clear Lake, Iowa on August 29, 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 TRI Clear Lake 2026?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Clear Lake, Iowa at 205 Main Avenue, Clear Lake, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the TRI Clear Lake 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
TRI Clear Lake 2026
Aug 29, 2026