
From the Organizer
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Shadow Lake in downtown Waupaca—easy to find, hard to forget! Kick off your race with an out-and-back swim in in Shadow Lake. Then, gear up for an epic bike ride through the serene countryside southeast of Waupaca, where you'll breeze past sparkling lakes and rolling hills. Finish strong with a fast-paced run through the charming streets of downtown Waupaca, crossing the finish line in style!
Choose Your Challenge:
Long Course – for the ultimate test of endurance
Short Course – a fast and fun challenge
Paddling Course – paddle your way through scenic waters
Aqua/Bike – swim and bike your way to victory
Youth Race – designed for our next generation of athletes
Kids Triathlon – SWIM, BIKE, RUN: Children ages 4-10 welcome!
Events
Weather
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
58°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waupaca, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
924 ft
Nearest Airport
ATW
Appleton International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Waupaca Area Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Pardeeville Triathlon
57 miles away
Oconto Falls Dri - Tri
59 miles away
Green Lake Triathlon
36 miles away
Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon
64 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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.
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Waupaca Area Triathlon
Aug 14, 2026