TXTRI - Canyon Park - Powered by WORD of Comal Co.

Event Overview

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Welcome to TXTRI - Canyon Park - Powered by WORD of Comal County.

TXTRI has a history at Canyon Park with an Olympic Distance Triathlon (circa 2005-2014) and hosted one of the first Dual Draft-Legal races between Canada and USA youth. We are excited to bring triathlon and other activities to this beautiful venue. The Texas Hill Country has a long history with triathlon and breathtaking challenging courses.

Race Details

For 2026, we will be bringing you two distances to choose from:

• Course Type: A closed looped sprint course all inside the park, without traffic, simpler and safer course.
• Distance Options: An Olympic/Intermediate distance triathlon, outside the park over Devils Backbone, Purgatory Rd and two river crossings.
• Scenic Views: Both courses have breathtaking views and will be a hill country challenge for sure.
• Future Events: More options and distances for triathletes will be coming to Canyon Park and other locations around Canyon Lake.

TXTRI Sprint Triathlon

Taking Place at Canyon Park, on the Northern side of Canyon Lake surrounded by the breathtaking Texas Hill Country. The Park will be closed at the time of the event, providing the ability to have a closed course to traffic.

• Course Characteristics: Some hills but overall, a fast course and excellent for racing, an almost ideal outdoor triathlon arena!
• Beginner Friendly: This course also is great for newbies and beginner triathletes without the stress of being on the open road with traffic.
• Directions: Enter Canyon Park Road next to Brookshire Brothers Grocery Store, proceed all the way down the causeway into the park.
• Map: TXTRI Sprint Map

Check-in and Parking Information

• Check-in: Participants will check in at the guard gate, guests over 13 years will be charged $5 at entry.
• Parking: Marked on the map with guides for assistance: arrive early for better parking.
• Road Closure: All roads will be closed by 7:15 AM, and the park opens at 5:30 AM.
• Special Parking: If leaving before noon, park in parking #3 (on the map).

Swim Course Details

The Swim Course is dedicated to the memory of Dagmar Alvis, our missed friend and triathlete.

• Distance: 500 meter triangle counter-clockwise course starting from boat ramp 18 in Canyon Park.
• Start Format: Time trial start- 1-2 swimmers every 3 seconds, by number assigned by age group.
• Water Temperature: Posted on Facebook Group Friday 11/6 afternoon: wetsuits are likely legal (76>>:) but not required (>68).
• Safety Measures: Notify race starter or lifeguards if uncomfortable: lifeguards will be present to assist.

Bike Course Information

The bike course will be a counter-clockwise, 5-loop, 12-mile (exact 11.4) closed course around the big loop in the park.

• Self-Marshaled: The course will be self-marshaled, and laps are on the honor system.
• Monitoring: Monitors and signs will assist in counting laps.
• Challenge: Expect a challenging ride with beautiful scenery.

Run Course Information

The Sprint Run Course will be dedicated to Coach Baskin, a great coach serving and building runners and athletes for over 60 years!

• Course Layout: Clockwise, 4-loop 2.2-mile closed course around the small loop in the park.
• Self-Marshaled: The run course will also be self-marshaled with laps on the honor system.

TXTRI Olympic/Intermediate Triathlon

Taking Place at Canyon Park, on the Northern side of Canyon Lake surrounded by the breathtaking Texas Hill Country.

• Course Setup: The park will be closed for participant safety, and traffic control will be provided for the bike course.
• Links: TXTRI Olympic Maps
• Swim Course: 1500 meter triangle counter-clockwise course starting from boat ramp 18.
• Bike Course: 43K ride featuring some hills with breathtaking views over the Devil's Backbone.

Add-on Events: DU3 Format

The DU3 concept allows athletes to participate in case they cannot or do not want to complete all 3 disciplines.

• Format Options: DU1 (AquaBike) Swim/bike, DU2 (Aquathlon) Swim/Run, or DU3 (Duathlon) Bike/Run.
• Inclusivity: Open to all levels from beginners to pros, Para-Athletes.

Awards and Results

• Awards: Top three in age groups and DU3 awards will be provided.
• Results: Posted on Athlete Guild, our official timer.

Event Day Timeline

• 5:30 AM: Park Opens
• 6:00-7:15 AM: Participants and Spectators arrive and Parking
• 7:15 AM: No traffic in the park: transition closed.
• 7:30 AM: Race Start
• 10:00 AM: Awards and post-race groove!
• 11:30 AM: Bike course cut off, park exiting begins.

Registration Information

No Refunds. Contact us for transfers. Thank you and we can't wait to TXTRI with you!

For further details, please refer to the race link: Race Registration.

Important Safety Policies

The U.S. Center for SafeSport created the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) to ensure a safer environment for minor athletes.

• Mandatory Reporting: All Adult Event Participants are mandatory reporters of any form of abuse.
• Required Policies: The MAAPP applies to this event on November 8th, 2026.
• Resources: Review and familiarize yourself with the safety policies mentioned.