Lakes Country Triathlon

Event Overview

The Kiwanis Club of Baxter and Sertoma Club is proud to continue the tradition of this beautiful and exciting triathlon. The Brainerd Lakes area has long been a great vacation destination and have one of the premier Sprint Triathlons. The Lakes Country Triathlon continues to build into one of the best triathlons in the state. We hope you will enjoy the great bike course that is over the river and through the woods. It is a beautiful ride with very little traffic.

Course Details

• Swim: The race begins with a 1/4-mile swim in quiet Whipple Lake (known for its calm waters).
• Bike: A 13.6-mile bike course through the rolling hills surrounding the Baxter/Brainerd Lakes area.
• Run: Ends with a very flat 3.2-mile run through a quiet residential area.
• Competitor Level: The Lakes Country Triathlon is a great race for beginners or seasoned veterans.

Safety Regulations

• Traffic Laws: All cyclists must observe Minnesota traffic laws. Bike certified hard-shelled helmets are required.
• Drafting: Drafting is prohibited and will be monitored closely.
• Listening Devices: No listening devices are allowed on the bike course and are strongly discouraged on the run course for safety reasons.

Registration Information

• Closing Date: Registration will close on Thursday, August 27th at 11:59 pm.
• Race Day Registrations: Race day registrations will be allowed.
• T-shirt Deadline: Orders received after Friday August 14th at 11:59 pm will not receive a T-shirt.
• Proceeds: Proceeds raised from this event will be put back into the community to benefit the youth in the Brainerd Lakes Area and other charities.

Safe Event Standards

As we get closer to the event, we will be monitoring recommendations from the CDC and MDH to develop a plan to ensure a safe event. We will work closely with our city and county officials on implementing that plan. More details will be posted on our website as we get closer to the event.

Additional Donations

Additional Donations to help the children in the Brainerd Lakes Area, Minnesota, and beyond are greatly appreciated. Click the Donate button at the upper left of the screen. Thank you very much!

Refund/Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable.

Event Details

Date: August 30, 2026

Location: Whipple Beach - 14441 Oakwood Dr N, Baxter, MN

URL: Lakes Country Triathlon