Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge Presented by Saint Clare's Health

Event Overview

Join us for the 3rd Annual Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge, presented by Saint Clare’s Health! Whether you’re going solo or racing as a team, this event is all about pushing yourself, cheering each other on, and celebrating the strength of our community.

Sprint Triathlon Distances

• Swim: 400m
• Bike: 12.5 Mile
• Run: 3.1 Mile

Your Registration Includes

• Shirt: A super-soft race shirt
• Medal: Finisher's Medal

Course Overview

Start with a 400-meter open water swim at Crescent Cove Beach in Hopatcong. From there, hit the road for a beautiful AND challenging 12.5-mile bike course through the Northwood section of town and into Jefferson before looping back. Finish strong with a 3.1-mile out-and-back run along Lakeside Blvd to Maxim Glen and back—where a big finish line celebration awaits.

Support the Cause – Fundraising Perks

We’re proud to support our local Lake area PBAs. Raise $150 or more and score a ridiculously comfy, ultra-fabulous race sweater courtesy of Live Run Give LLC. It’s our way of saying thanks for going the extra mile.

About Lake Hopatcong

Lake Hopatcong is the largest freshwater lake in New Jersey—a year-round destination for boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing, and more. With 45 miles of shoreline, you’ll find marinas, waterfront dining, public beaches, and a laid-back vibe just 40 miles from NYC. It’s the perfect spot for a race-cation or a quick escape.

Benefiting

Hopatcong PBA – proudly supporting those who serve our community every day.

Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, September 11
• Time: 4:00–8:00 p.m. at Crescent Cove Beach
• Race Morning: Pickup available Saturday, September 12, from 5:30–6:30 a.m.
• Note: No bike drop-off the day before.

Race Morning Schedule

• Line up: 7:15 a.m.
• National Anthem: 7:20 a.m.
• Triathlon and Aquabike start: 7:30 a.m.
• Swim waves: Will be identified by color-coded caps.

Course Distances

• Swim: 400 meters, counterclockwise
• Bike: 12.4 miles
• Run: 3.1 miles

Transition and Check-In

Your packet includes your race shirt, bib, bike number, timing chip and swim cap. Place your bike number on your bike before entering transition. Only athletes may enter transition, and this event uses open racking.

Bike Course Safety

The bike course is technical and includes hills, so please train accordingly and review the route in advance. Helmets must be worn and strapped. Headphones are prohibited on the bike. Ride with traffic on the right, pass only on the left and announce “on your left.” Most of the course remains open to traffic, so follow all police and volunteer instructions.

Athletes should be prepared to handle minor mechanical issues, including flat tires or dropped chains.

Parking

Crescent Cove Beach is for bike drop-off only. Athlete parking is available at the locations shown on the attached map. Do not block driveways or mailboxes.

Conduct &: Spectators

Spectators may not enter or obstruct the course, block athletes, interfere with operations or disregard instructions from staff, volunteers, police or race officials.

Harassment, threats, abusive language or profanity directed at anyone working or attending the event will not be tolerated. Anyone violating the Code of Conduct will be required to leave immediately.

Respect Crescent Cove

No dogs are permitted inside the beach. Please use designated trash receptacles and help protect the lake, watershed and wildlife. We are guests of the Crescent Cove community and want to leave the space as clean and beautiful as we found it.

Please read the complete guide for course maps, parking details and additional instructions.

Additional Information

For more details, visit the race page: Lake Hopatcong Sprint Triathlon Challenge.