Badin Lake Triathlon
Date
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 7:30 AM EDTRace options
6 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
Quick take
Dive into a sprint triathlon with scenic routes, competitive categories, and a heartwarming mission to support local youth through the YMCA.
Best for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Race options
Distances & registration
6 optionsTap to see fee tiers and close dates.
Other options
6 options · closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT
27d 3h 49m leftAge Group
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $91.85
All Female Relay
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $139.55
All Male Relay Team
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $139.55
Athena (Females 160+)
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $91.85
Clydesdale (Males 220+)
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $91.85
Coed Relay
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT · From $139.55
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseThe Badin Lake Triathlon offers a welcoming sprint distance event for various fitness levels. Participants will enjoy an open water swim in Badin Lake, a bike leg through Stanly County's rolling country roads, and a 5K run through historic Badin, NC. This event is part of the Trivium Multisport Series, providing competitive opportunities for individuals and teams, including age group, Athena, and Clydesdale divisions. Beyond the race, it's a chance to support a meaningful cause, with proceeds benefiting the YMCA Strong Communities Fund and a campaign to send underprivileged kids…
What to expect
- A sprint triathlon featuring a 750-yard open water swim, a 13-mile bike ride, and a 5K run.
- Compete as an individual in age group, Athena, or Clydesdale divisions, or join the Relay Team Challenge.
- Support the YMCA's "Send a Kid to Camp" initiative, with fundraising options to waive your registration fee.
Standout details
- Sprint triathlon format
- Open water swim in Badin Lake
- Relay Team Challenge
- Fundraising for YMCA kids' camp
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
The Badin Lake Triathlon provides a perfect opportunity for all fitness levels to get involved in a sprint triathlon. Participants will swim a 750 yard open water swim in Badin Lake, bike 13 miles through rolling country roads of Stanly County, and run a 5K through historic Badin, NC.
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In 2019, Badin Lake Triathlon joined forces with Trivium Racing and became part of the Trivium Multisport Series. Triathletes will have the opportunity to participate in several multisport events throughout the year with a chance to win a series prize at the end of the year. Visit Trivium Racing for more information. SWIM COURSE CYCLE COURSE RUN COURSE Individuals will have the opportunity to compete in age group, Athena, or Clydesdale Divisions. Athletes competing in the Athena division must be female weighing 160 pounds or more. Athletes in the Clydesdale division must be male weighing 220 pounds or more. The Relay Team Challenge encourages everyone in the community to get active and fit while having fun! It's a perfect way to get involved in the Badin Lake Triathlon without taking on all of the events. Three-man teams consist of one swimmer, one cyclist, and one runner. Two-man teams are welcome where one member of the team completes two of the legs. Teams can be All Male, All Female, or Coed. Awards to be given to Overall, Age Group, Athena, Clydesdale, and Team Category winners. Again this year, the Y would like you to help send underprivileged kids to camp this summer. With a gift of $30 you can send a kid to camp for a day this summer! Want to take it one step further and get your registration fee waived? Become a Fundraiser for the Send a Kid to Camp campaign and get your registration fee waived if you raise a minimum of $150. Not only will you get your registration fee waived but you will give a child an opportunity to experience the adventure and fun of day camp this year. In addition, all proceeds from the Badin Lake Triathlon support the YMCA Strong Communities Fund which funds the six signature programs of the Stanly County Family YMCA. REGISTER BY 5/21 to be guaranteed a t-shirt! SAFETY MEETING will take place at 7:15 AM at the Transition Area. RACE BEGINS at 7:30 AM with the first swimmer in the water.