Clear Lake is conveniently located right off of I-35. Only 2 hours South of Minneapolis and 2 hours North of Des Moines. The race will start and finish lakefront downtown. Athletes and spectators are welcome to park downtown.

Racers will be divided into categories by gender and age. Age groups for each gender are:

• 19 and under
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70 and older

Clydesdale and Athena Divisions:
Men weighing 220 pounds or more and women weighing 165 pounds or more are able, but not required, to participate in the Clydesdale and Athena divisions. To do so, you must indicate this group on your registration form. Entrants in this category are eligible for Clydesdale or Athena Division awards, but not age group awards.

Relay division:
2 to 3 person relay.

The top three overall male and female finishers and the top 3 finishers in each of the other categories for sprint and olympic distances (Age Group, Clydesdale, Athena, Relay Teams) will receive an award. Award ceremonies will follow completion of each race.

The TRI Clear Lake will be sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT). Race participants are required to be annual members of, or have a one-day permit from, USAT. The $15 USAT one-day permit fee will be added to nonmembers’ entry fees prior to check-out. USAT members must present their USAT membership card and photo ID at packet pickup.

Packet pickup will take place on Friday, May 23rd from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Athletes must pick up their own packets, at which time they will be required to show a photo ID and their USAT membership card if they are an annual USAT member. This also applies to individual relay team members.

Chips will be distributed at the southwest corner of City Park on the morning of the event. Race participants are responsible for returning their chips to volunteers at the finish line. A $30 charge will be assessed to the athlete if the chip is not returned.

If the swim portion of the race is cancelled due to inclement weather (i.e. heavy rain, lightning) or unsafe water conditions, the event will be duathlon, with run-bike-run. Please check the TRI Clear Lake website and Facebook page on race day for updates if you suspect delays or cancellation.

Registration is non-refundable.

Youth Splash and Dash

A Splash and Dash is a fun and fast-growing sport that combines swimming and running. The TRI Clear Lake Splash & Dash is a participatory event for kids ages 7-15 with an emphasis on creating a fun family weekend of multisport and fitness. As an official part of the USA Triathlon Youth Aquathlon Series. Every participant will receive a finisher medal, TRI Clear Lake visor and fitness towel.  Parents are encouraged to cheer on their kids as they move through the course and finish under the same arch as the adult racers. The race will be held Friday, May 23rd at 6:30pm. Athletes will be staged by age with the oldest going off first.

Youth Splash and Dash Course

The kids swim start and exit will be at City Beach. 7-10 year old’s will swim 100 meters and 11-15 year old’s will swim out a little deeper and complete a 200 meter swim exiting in the same location as the younger kids. Both courses will have numerous lifeguards in the water and safety personnel on site ensuring a safe and fun swim.

As the swimmers exit, they will enter the transition area where they can change into their running shoes and hit the road. The 7-10 year old’s will complete a 1k lap around City Park, kids 11-15 will complete a 2k run down North Lakeview Drive, turn around, come back to 1st Ave. N., continue East and run around the top portion of City Park to finish line. Volunteers will be on site to ensure runners are going the correct direction. There will be one aid station as the runners exit transition with water and sports drink.  Finish line refreshments will also be provided.

Youth Splash and Dash Packet Pickup and Transition Information

Kids can pick up their race packet containing a shirt and swim cap at the Lakeview Room in City Park. Body marking will done when the kids receive their packet. The transition area will be divided into two sections, one half for kids 7-10 and one half for kids 11-15. Kids will be free to choose their own spot. Packet pick-up will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday, May 24.

Youth Splash and Dash Event Timeline

Friday May 23rd, 2025
3:00-6:00 p.m. Packet pick-up at Lakeview Room in City Park
5:30 p.m. Transition opens (Transition will be divided into two areas, Juniors and Seniors. Transition spots will be first come first serve)
6:15 p.m. Pre-race briefing at start location on City Beach
6:30 p.m. Senior division (11-15) starts (Athletes will line up and enter the water in pairs every 3 seconds)
6:40 p.m. Junior division (7-10) starts (This time is an approximation based on numbers. Athletes will enter the water in pairs every 3 seconds)

Youth Splash and Dash Divisions and Distances

Juniors: 7-10 years old – 100-meter swim | 1-kilometer run

Seniors: 11-15 years old – 200-meter swim | 2-kilometer run

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Interested in volunteering? Click here to sign up! We have volunteer opportunities on Friday, May 24 & Saturday, May 25.

Friday, May 23rd

• Setup – Volunteers help set up the swim, bike, and run courses, as well as the finish line, transition, and registration areas.
• Youth Splash & Dash Swim Course – Certified lifeguards direct and assist athletes in the water.
• Youth Splash & Dash Run Course – Volunteers direct athletes and watch for traffic.
• Registration – Volunteers assist our event staff at registration by checking in athletes and distributing packets.

Saturday, May 24th

• Swim Course – Certified lifeguards direct and assist athletes in the water.
• Bike Course – Volunteers direct athletes and watch for traffic.
• Run Course – Volunteers direct athletes and watch for traffic.
• Transition Area – Volunteers restrict entrance to athletes only.
• Tear Down – Volunteers help tear down the courses when the race is complete.