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Swim of Legends
At a glance
Event Overview
We are excited to bring a new US Masters Swimming Sanctioned marathon distance-swim to Southeastern Wisconsin! The 1st Annual "Swim of Legends" will take place on July 26th, 2025. The swim includes a solo 8 mile and 2 or 4 person relay 8 mile distance across beautiful Geneva lake. Take on the challenge of swimming across the clear waters of Geneva Lake. Geneva Lake is a large clean water lake with visibility commonly 30 to 40 feet within the beautiful Kettle Moraine region of Southeastern Wisconsin. Water temperatures are expected to be between 74-78 degrees. This is a US Master's certified swim. This is a non-wetsuit event. Swim buoys are required and kayak support for each individual or relay team is required. Registration will include transportation, a swim cap, sweatshirt, swim buoy, timed results, beach towel, finishing award, food and drink, and overall awards.
Course Description & Map
The race will start at 6:00 am at Fontana on Geneva Lake and you will swim back to Bigfoot State Park following the south shore. Swimmers must stay between the no wake buoys and shoreline. This course allows for the unique ability of spectators to walk the south shore and watch the swimmers the entire 8 mile course.
Schedule
Schedule: Saturday, July 26th, 2025 (Race day)
- 4:30-4:50 am: Race package pick-up
- 5:00 am: Bus leaves BigFoot State Park for Fontana on Geneva Lake (the start).
- 5:30 am: Bus arrives at Fontana on Geneva Lake
- 5:45 am: National Anthem
- 6:00 am: Start of race
Registration & Pricing
$320 for 8 mile Solo, $220 for 4 Person Relay, $270 for 2 Person Relay. Registration opens February 21, 2025 at 1:00am CST.
Packet Pickup Details
Swimmers must pick-up their race packet in person the morning of the race (Saturday: July 26th, 2025). All swimmers must sign a waiver the morning of packet pick-up.
What to Bring
Swim buoys are required and kayak support for each individual or relay team is required.
Race Day Info
Each relay team member must register separately. Open to ages 18+.
Awards & Categories
Finishing award, food and drink, and overall awards will be provided.
Parking & Transportation
Bus transportation will be provided from BigFoot State Park to Fontana on Geneva Lake.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director.
Cancellation Policy
Every effort will be made to hold the swim on July 26th. In the event of severe weather, the start may be delayed, or moved to the following day (Sunday). No refunds will be given if the event is cancelled due to weather.
