About
Event Overview
We are excited to be back at French Creek State Park for our 13th edition of the French Creek Triathlon! Make it a family weekend...
Race in our Triathlon on Saturday and stay overnight for our SwimFest on Sunday with open water swim races, a SwimRun, and a kids' Splash and Dash!
Course Description & Map
The French Creek Triathlon & SwimFest includes the following:
- Sprint Triathlon
- Olympic triathlon, including Aquabike, Relay division, and Athena/Clydesdale
- Sprint and Olympic Duathlon
- Splash and Dash (adult and youth) - 250m open water swim, 1 mile run
- SwimFest - 800m, 1600m, and 5K open water swim events.
The French Creek Tri & Youth Splash and Dash are USAT Sanctioned events.
Custom awards to top 3 in each age group, in each event. Free hot food buffet for all racers and volunteers.
We will follow the USAT Wetsuit rule of 78º temperature threshold. Should the water temperature exceed 78º, anyone wearing a wetsuit will not be counted in the official results. Should the water temperature exceed 84º F, no wetsuits may be worn. We will post the water temperature on our Facebook Page the week leading up to the race, and final temperature will be announced on race morning.
Schedule
Saturday May 17, 2025:
- Olympic Triathlon: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sprint Triathlon: 7:10 AM - 10:00 AM
- Aquabike Olympic: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Relay Olympic: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Duathlon Sprint: 7:15 AM - 11:30 AM
- Olympic Duathlon: 7:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday May 18, 2025:
- Adult Splash & Dash: 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
- 3 Mile Swim: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- 1 Mile Swim: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- 1/2 Mile Swim: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Youth Splash & Dash: 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration & Pricing
Pricing varies by event, with early registration discounts available until March 28, 2025.
Packet Pickup Details
Packet pickup details will be provided closer to the event date.
What to Bring
Participants should bring their race gear, including wetsuits if applicable, and any personal items needed for the race.
Race Day Info
Race day information will be posted on the event website and communicated via email to registered participants.
Awards & Categories
Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in each age group for each event.
Parking & Transportation
Parking will be available in the upper (Day use) lot at the park. No parking on grass.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at [email protected].
Cancellation Policy
No refunds and no rain date. Entries will roll into next year's race in case of inclement weather.
