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Lake Del Valle MTB Triathlon Swim 0.5 | Bike 12 | Run 3.1 |
The bike leg on Shoreline Trail passes through cattle grazing meadows dotted with oak trees, an almost uninterrupted view of the lake. A wide, meandering non-technical fire road with mostly a firm to loose gravel surface (just the occasional pothole), the trail is generally open to the blue sky above, so be sure to bring sunscreen. It’s a somewhat challenging roller-coaster ride, with no long climbs, as the trail crosses canyons that feed into the lake. For the first portion of the run, you’ll head out for a short distance on a paved section of Shoreline Trail in the opposite direction of the bike route, but then you’ll quickly move onto single-track dirt trails along the lake for the remainder of the run. For Bay Area triathletes, the Del Valle event is bound to be a thrilling discovery, bringing a uniquely scenic wilderness event within easy driving distance of their doorstep. |
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Lake Del Valle is situated in an immense, bowl-like valley with strong echoes of the Sierra foothills. This is pristine wilderness, framed by oak-covered hills around a gorgeous azure lake with wild geese and ducks skimming over its waters—and yet it’s only 10 miles south of Livermore! The entire event features unbroken views of rolling hills, grassy meadows, and green mountains. If this near-perfect triathlon has a flaw, it’s that only 99% of the bike and run are on dirt trails that skirt the lake's edge. You won't need to worry about cars and trucks sharing the road or approaching from behind. The swim portion is, of course, in Lake Del Valle—the site of many prestigious swimming events over the years. The lake’s water is so fresh and clear that you'll see your stroke hand and the toes of the swimmer you're drafting behind. While the lake’s depth reaches 150 feet near the dam, the area along the beach where you’ll be swimming is shallow, only 6–10 feet. On race day, the water might be cool so bring your wetsuit—but that’s optional. |
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Angel Island MTB Triathlon Swim 0.5 | Bike 10 | Run 3.1 |
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Take off on an island adventure to the “Jewel of the San Francisco Bay” and join us for the second annual triathlon on Angel Island. This is a great place to have an unforgettable event for the experienced and beginner alike. Start with a quick swim within the protected Ayala Cove—with your wetsuit if you like. Bike two loops around the perimeter of the island on your mountain bike (2" fat tires required. No slicks). Then run with panoramic vistas of the entire Bay at each turn. Race day packet pick-up is from 5:00 AM - 5:45 AM at the ferry dock. Our chartered ferry leaves Tiburon for a 10 minute journey to Angel Island at 6:00 AM sharp. Race begins 7:00 AM. Return ferry is 10:20 AM. Our ferry from Tiburon is the only access to the island. There is no ferry from San Francisco for this event. Directions to ferry. |
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High Sierra MTB Triathlon at Donner Lake Swim 0.5 | Bike 10 | Run 4 |
The trail parallels the main Southern Pacific railroad tracks with their scenic snow sheds, where you’ll very likely see a train pass during the race. The trail crosses Cold Stream several times, and the crossings are cold and wet but totally rideable. Several miles of the trail are on the flat and bumpy terrain of a rocky railroad bed. Then it’s back to smooth dirt trails through the forest, where the course flows around several mill ponds, past a campfire amphitheatre (hidden behind the trees), and follows a final, challenging single-track hiking trail back to China Cove. The running leg immediately climbs a dirt trail close to Donner Lake. The entire run follows the shore of the lake—it’s scenic, with sightings of beautiful homes and plenty of spectators. The course runs out for 2 miles, then does a U-turn and heads back to the finish at the parking lot. You’ll find plenty of camping facilities at Donner Memorial State Park where the race is held, and cabin rentals are available at Donner Lake throughout the year. The mountain town of Truckee is conveniently next door, and Lake Tahoe and scenic Squaw Valley are just 20 minutes away. (The aerial tramway from Squaw Valley to the Sierra crest is a spectacular ride.) When driving to the race, please park in a designated parking spot. The road into the venue is single-lane, so please don’t park along the side. You might consider leaving your car outside the park or at your campsite, so spectators can enjoy the park while you’re racing. No motor vehicle parking is allowed at the transition area. Have a great race! |
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Donner Lake, high in the Sierra just west of Donner Gap, is renowned for the Donner Party pioneers who became snow-bound and perished in the winter of 1846–47 while trying to cross these rugged mountains. Today, Donner offers both experienced and novice triathletes a rugged and exhilarating, beautiful mountain locale for a weekend of competition, sightseeing, and outdoor adventure. The area features tremendous scenery, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, first-class lodging and restaurants, and a full variety of mountain sports including camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, water-skiing, rock climbing, and hiking. The 1/2-mile swim leg hugs the shores of the lake at China Cove Swim Beach. The 12-mile mountain biking leg begins with 4 miles of winding dirt fire trails, completely in trees. The bike leg is an interesting technical challenge�at some point, just about everyone will have to get off the bike. It’s classic Sierra mountain biking at its best. You’ll barrel down a single-track trail, past beautiful waterfalls with multiple stream crossings. The 2-mile running leg is an out-and-back along around the lake shore with the beautiful lake and surrounding peaks continually in sight. The lake water temperature is typically in the low 60s at this time of year, so wetsuits are optional (but always a treat). The shore of the swim beach is sandy, with small pebbles, and peppered with pine trees all the way to the water’s edge. The mountain-bike leg starts and finishes in the parking lot at China Cove. You’ll leave the cove on a hiking trail and wind through woods, then out Cold Stream Canyon Road, a wide dirt road that’s covered with old river cobblestones for a bumpy, fun off-road adventure. |
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Whiskeytown Lake MTB Triathlon Swim 0.5 | Bike 8 | Run 4 |
The mountain bike leg heads out of the parking lot, straight into the hills. The first section features a climb that’s quite challenging but not so long as to discourage beginners. At about four miles, the course U-turns and makes a rolling descent, with several fun drops that even inexperienced riders will be able to handle. The single-track trail then twists and turns along the banks of Brandy Creek as it makes its way back down the mountain to the beautiful lake. The trail-running leg presents a special challenge: the beauty of the trail is very distracting (!), and several short, steep hills will test your quads. The Davis Gulch Trail is the most popular running trail at the lake, and definitely the prettiest. With its awesome natural beauties and challenging, adventurous course, the Whiskeytown Offroad Triathlon is one of California’s most inviting off-road secrets. |
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Like your triathlons scenic and adventuresome? The Whiskeytown Offroad Triathlon, held in pristine northern California forest country near Redding, will more than satisfy your hunger for swimming in gorgeous lakes, running single-track trails, and riding exciting downhills. Whiskeytown Lake is everything a dirt-loving triathlete could ask for. Dedicated by President John F. Kennedy in 1963, the lake is home to black bears, black-tailed deer, bald eagles, osprey, herons, and numerous fish species, any of which might turn out to cheer for you on race day. The course begins with a swim in the fresh, clear waters at popular Brandy Creek Beach. The mountain bike leg heads up Forest Service dirt roads, then descends on scenic, single-track trails, passing bubbly Brandy Creek waterfalls. The running portion follows the beautiful Davis Gulch Trail that undulates along the lake shore. The water is typically calm at this time of year, with temperatures in the high 60s, making wetsuits optional. The sandy shore allows you to enter and exit the water barefoot. |
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