The Great American Triathlon
July 19, 2025
Test your endurance in the Great American Triathlon, a no-swim, 24.42-mile run, bike, and paddle race along the scenic American River Parkway on July 19! This unique event supports local non-profits and offers categories for all skill levels—whether you're a seasoned triathlete or a weekend warrior. Compete solo or as a team, but don’t wait—space is limited to 600 Ironperson athletes and 250 teams!
Course Map
Race Details
- Run Course: 5.8 Miles downriver from William B. Pond Park to Sac State University, Sacramento.
- Cycle Course: 12.5 Miles from Sac State University to Sunrise Bridge in Fair Oaks.
- Paddle Course: 6.1 Miles from Sunrise Bridge to River Bend Park in Rancho Cordova.
Relay Team Divisions
| Adaptive – One member must have a disability | Stand Up Paddle – Age 40+, Any gender | Women (50-59) | Men (70+) |
| Co-Ed – Open | Inflatable Kayak or Canoe – Open | Women (60-69) | |
| Co-Ed – Masters (all members must be 40+) | Inflatable Kayak or Canoe – Masters (all members must be 40+) | Women (70+) | |
| Corporate – All team members from same company and work at least 20 hours per week | Tandem Watercraft – Tandem watercraft division with 4 members | Men’s Open (19-39) | |
| Family | Junior Relay – 18 & Under, Any Gender | Men (40-49) | |
| CrossFit | Women’s Open (19-39) | Men (50-59) | |
| Stand Up Paddle Open – Any gender | Women (40-49) | Men (60-69) |
IronPerson Divisions
| Junior Ironman – 18 & Under | Ironman (70+) | Junior Ironwoman – 18 & Under | Ironwoman (70+) |
| Ironman Open (19-39) | Ironman SUP Open (19-39) | Ironwoman Open (19-39) | Ironwoman SUP Open (19-39) |
| Ironman (40-49) | Ironman SUP (40+) | Ironwoman (40-49) | Ironwoman SUP (40+) |
| Ironman (50-59) | Ironman Inflatable Kayak or Canoe | Ironwoman (50-59) | Ironwoman Inflatable Kayak or Canoe |
| Ironman (60-69) | Ironman CrossFit | Ironwoman (60-69) | Ironwoman CrossFit |
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