
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 36th Annual West Point Sprint Triathlon! Come join us on August 16, 2026 and support our West Point Triathlon Team! The race consists of a 750-meter Swim at scenic Lake Popolopen, a rolling 22-km Bike along Route 293, and challenging 5-km Run through Camp Buckner and Camp Natural Bridge. Additionally, a just-for-fun youth triathlon will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 for ages 2-14.
NEW FOR THIS YEAR: We are adding a free clinic taking place after the youth triathlon on Saturday, August 15th. This is a chance to familiarize yourself with the course and transition area. If you would like to take part in the clinic please select this add-on during the registration process.
Youth Races Sign Up:
https://www.trisignup.com/Race/NY/Cornwall/WestPointYouthTriathlon
Want to volunteer: Please fill out the MS Forms Link below!
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
84°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from West Point, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
593 ft
Nearest Airport
SWF
New York Stewart International Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 45 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at West Point Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
2026 Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes Triathlon
31 miles away
Palisades Park Triathlon/Duathlon
33 miles away
TRI the PARK Tarrytown
25 miles away
YMCA of Middletown Kid's Triathlon
13 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)
West Point Triathlon
Aug 16, 2026