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Nanaimo Open Water Swim and SwimRun Challenge

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

calendar_today 09 Aug, 2026

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About the Event

Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Westwood Lake in Nanaimo, B.C., for an unforgettable aquatic adventure at Canaqua Sports' inaugural event on Vancouver Island. The Nanaimo Open Water Swim and SwimRun Challenge offers a range of distances to cater to all levels of swimmers and endurance athletes. Dive into crystal-clear waters for the 1.0K swim or challenge yourself with longer open water races covering 3.0K and 5.0K stretches.
For those seeking an extra thrill, take part in the Mudskipper SwimRun event, combining exhilarating trail runs with refreshing swims around Westwood Lake. The one-lap course spans a total distance of 10.0 kilometers, while the two-lap option extends to 20.0 kilometers, providing participants with a dynamic mix of land and water challenges.
Surrounded by lush greenery and stunning lake vistas, this event promises an immersive experience that celebrates British Columbia's breathtaking outdoors. Join fellow athletes in embracing the spirit of competition and camaraderie as you navigate through scenic trails and cool waters.

Races Offered

10K Swimrun

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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09:00

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$142.51

20K Swimrun

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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09:00

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$158.47

1K Open Water Swim

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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09:30

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$99.19

3K Open Water Swim

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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09:30

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$99.19

5K Open Water Swim

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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09:30

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$116.29

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Nanaimo.

thermostat Temperature

15.0° / 23.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.8° / 22.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 47m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

69.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:09

nightlight Sunset

20:28

About Nanaimo

Learn more about the host city, Nanaimo.

Nanaimo is the central hub city of Vancouver Island in BC, Canada. It is the second largest city on the island and has the second biggest harbour. In many ways it is the smaller cousin of Victoria. Like much of Vancouver Island it has moved from being primarily an industrial town to a tourist city that attracts a large number of retirees from the rest of Canada.