Fox Lake Sprint Triathlon 2026

The 9th Annual USAT Sanctioned Fox Lake Sprint Triathlon takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM CDT from 10 Riverview Avenue in Fox Lake, Illinois, USA. This picture-perfect sprint triathlon features a 750-yard triangle swim in Nippersink Lake, a 12-mile bike route with rollers and straight shots, and a 3.1-mile out-and-back run with over 2 miles on a paved bike path, finishing at LakeFront Park.

Event Logistics and Schedule:

• -- Registration Close: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM CDT.
• -- Race Start: Time trial starts every 5 seconds beginning at 8:30 AM CDT.
• -- Packet Pick-Up: Pre-race packet pickup schedule available on the event website.
• -- Parking: Available within 2 blocks of transition.
• -- Finish Line: Steps from transition, making it a great spectator event.
• -- Post-Race: Finish line food, festivities, and awards will be held near when the last participant has finished.
• -- Volunteer Opportunities: Community members can volunteer through the event platform.
• -- Promote Event: Participants can promote the event through the registration platform.

Participant Information:

• -- Individuals and relays welcome (relay teams can have 2 or 3 racers: 1 swimmer, 1 biker, 1 runner).
• -- 2026 SWAG: Participants choose from a hat or visor.
• -- Course Conditions: Typically wetsuit legal, no draft bike, flat and fast run.
• -- USAT Official: Present on the bike course.
• -- Finish Line Amenities: Food, festivities, and awards at LakeFront Park.
• -- Pre-Event Swim Practices: Available — check event website for details.

NEW in 2026 — Lake County Tri Series:

• -- Three Sprint Triathlons at one rate: Fox Lake (June 7), Lake Zurich (July 12), and Wauconda Triathlon (July 26).
• -- Includes all swag, cool medal, and overall winner awards.
• -- Limited to 50 racers for the series package.

Sponsors and Partners:

• -- Race Production by Trudy
• -- Village of Fox Lake
• -- Lakes Realty Group
• -- JHC
• -- Running Depot
• -- Partners: Additional event partners listed on the website

The Fox Lake Sprint Triathlon 2026 offers a picture-perfect race experience for individuals and relays alike, combining a scenic swim, fast bike, and flat run in a spectator-friendly setting at LakeFront Park.