What is the weather usually like on race day for the Lakes Country Triathlon?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Baxter, MN, August race mornings typically start near 59°F and warm to around 74°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 0 of the last 10 years.

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Lakes Country Triathlon

Baxter, MN

Sun, Aug 29, 2027

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When

Sunday, August 29th, 2027

Where

Whipple Beach - 14441 Oakwood Dr N, Baxter MN

Distances

See race page

Typical weather

59–74°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years

2025

56–77°F

dry

2024

58–76°F

dry

2023

59–78°F

dry

2022

60–77°F

dry

2021

56–76°F

dry

2020

58–75°F

dry

2019

52–69°F

dry

2018

56–73°F

dry

2017

60–75°F

dry

2016

60–75°F

dry

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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Aug 29

Foggy · 65–78°F

Sunday, Aug 29starts near 65°F · 20% chance of rain · wind up to 13 mph

About this race

Race 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 route 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.
Participants: The Lakes Country Triathlon is a great race for beginners or seasoned veterans.

Safety Regulations

Traffic Laws: All cyclists must observe Minnesota traffic laws.
Helmets: Bike certified hard-shelled helmets are required.
Drafting: 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

Deadline: Registration will close on Thursday, August 27th at 11:59 pm.
Race Day: Registrations will be allowed on race day.
T-shirt Cutoff: Orders received after Friday, August 13th at 11:59 pm will not receive a T-shirt.
Team Relay: One Registration Per Team Relay.

Community Impact

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!