24th Annual Black Canyon Triathlon
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Montrose, Colorado
- Price $22.85 - $150.95
- Races 5 races
Event summary
Join us for the 24th Annual Black Canyon Triathlon on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the beautiful city of Montrose, Colorado! This thrilling event welcomes around 200 athletes and their families, showcasing a well-supported sprint distance triathlon that caters to competitors of all ages, from 6 to 70 years old. Participants can choose from various divisions, including youth, adult, team, and family teams, with race distances tailored to each age group. The race features a heated swim in the Montrose Recreation District pool, a scenic bike ride on paved roads, and a run through the charming neighborhoods of Montrose.
The triathlon not only promises excitement and competition but also serves a greater purpose, as all proceeds directly benefit the Montrose community by funding recreational opportunities and scholarships for youth and older adults. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to compete, connect with fellow athletes, and support a worthy cause! Be sure to mark your calendars for packet pickup on September 25, and prepare for a day filled with fun and fitness at the Black Canyon Triathlon!
The triathlon not only promises excitement and competition but also serves a greater purpose, as all proceeds directly benefit the Montrose community by funding recreational opportunities and scholarships for youth and older adults. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to compete, connect with fellow athletes, and support a worthy cause! Be sure to mark your calendars for packet pickup on September 25, and prepare for a day filled with fun and fitness at the Black Canyon Triathlon!
Organiser's Description
The Montrose Recreation Foundation proudly presents the 24TH ANNUAL BLACK CANYON TRIATHLON will be held SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025.
MAPS AND EVENT FAQS HERE [http://bctri.com/]
USAT MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED FOR 2025 BLACK CANYON TRIATHLON.
This event attracts about 200 athletes and their families annually to Montrose. It is a well supported sprint distance triathlon.
The BCT is now a USAT certified race and you must have a membership in order to compete. We have lowered fees for some categories to help absorb some of the cost of the membership for 2025
There are individual youth and adult divisions, plus adult and youth teams(2 or 3 members). We also have a family team division and there must be an adult over 18 on the team to be considered a family team. We have competitors that age from 6 to 70!
The money raised from this event directly benefits the community of Montrose.
FAQ AND INFORMATION
The swim is heated by age division (start order is : youth, teams, and individuals)and is held in the Montrose Recreation Districts pool. The ride is held on paved city streets or county roads suitable for road, mountain or hybrid bikes. The run is on sidewalks and neighborhood streets and is paved. See Routes tab for maps.
Please consider entering the Great Southwest Triathlon Series! There are races in Gunnison,Montrose, and Alamosa . There is a discount for all the races plus cool prizes for series competitors!
PACKET PICKUP AND ORIENTATION MEETINGS:
Packet pick up will be on SEPTEMBER 26TH FROM 5:30-7:30 PM AT THE MRD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER LOCATED AT 16350 WOODGATE RD IN MONTROSE.
A short orientation meeting for first time participants will be held at 6:30 p.m.
Proceeds-This is a fundraiser and all proceeds benefit the Montrose Recreation Foundation.
Proceeds from this event benefit the community of Montrose. The Black Canyon Triathlon is the primary fundraising mechanism for the Montrose Recreation Foundation(501 c-3). Funds are used to promote and expand recreational opportunities within the Montrose community. This includes activity scholarships for both youth and older adults that qualify based on financial need. These scholarships are used to participate in sports, recreation activities, swimming lessons, and for access to the Montrose Community Recreation Center and Field House. In addition, local community groups that volunteer to help run the event also receive a donation to their organization.
Since it is a fundraiser no refunds will be given.
Please be appreciative patrons of all the generous sponsors that make this event possible!
Race Details
Time: 08:00 , September 27, 2025 16350 Woodgate Rd., Montrose, CO.
Divisions: Youth, Adult, Team, Youth Team, Family Team.
Distances:
Youth (6-10): 100 yd swim, 5k bike, .8k run.
Youth (11-14): 200 yd swim, 8.7k bike, 2.5k run.
Youth (15 to 18 years old): 500 yd swim, 22k bike, 5k run.
Adult (19 & Over): 500 yd swim, 22k bike, 5k run.
Team Will do distance(s) corresponding to oldest team members correct division.
All team divisions can be made up of either 2 or 3 people. Example: two 10 year olds and an 11 year old are on a team, ALL participants would do the distances for the 11-14 division.
Family Team MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE ADULT OVER 18 ON THE TEAM. Distances in this division would correspond to each participants age, and team members would be from same family. Example: distances if the family team consisted of a 8 year old(100 yd swim), an adult(25k bike), and a 13 year old(2.7k run).
Youth Team- Will do distance(s) corresponding to oldest team members correct division.
T-shirts and awards may be mailed or available for local pick up for late entries.
Awards ceremony will be held after last finisher-usually about 1-2 p.m.
Awards: Overall top male and female. Top three finishers in the following: Team, Family Team,Youth Team (6-10,11-14,15-18),Youth male and female(6-10,11-14), Male and Female 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,45-49,50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70+.
It is the responsibility of the participant to know the proper distance, if the participant does not follow the proper course and distance they will be disqualified.
Race Fees 2025
On or before September 13th Youth- $20, Youth Team $40, Adult(19+)- $70, Team(Adult) $140, Team(Family) -$110
September 14th-September 27th Youth- $20, Youth Team $40, Adult(19+)- $80 , Team(Regular)-$160, Team ( Family) $130
Due to the fact that this triathlon is a fundraiser, no refunds will be given.
Other Information
Weather-Race may be stopped if safety of participants and/or staff in jeopardy. It may or may not be restarted and no refunds will be given.
Have fun, and encourage others!
Helpful links for first timers:
303 Triathlon
Contact:
Kevin Davis
Email: [email protected]
MAPS AND EVENT FAQS HERE [http://bctri.com/]
USAT MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED FOR 2025 BLACK CANYON TRIATHLON.
This event attracts about 200 athletes and their families annually to Montrose. It is a well supported sprint distance triathlon.
The BCT is now a USAT certified race and you must have a membership in order to compete. We have lowered fees for some categories to help absorb some of the cost of the membership for 2025
There are individual youth and adult divisions, plus adult and youth teams(2 or 3 members). We also have a family team division and there must be an adult over 18 on the team to be considered a family team. We have competitors that age from 6 to 70!
The money raised from this event directly benefits the community of Montrose.
FAQ AND INFORMATION
The swim is heated by age division (start order is : youth, teams, and individuals)and is held in the Montrose Recreation Districts pool. The ride is held on paved city streets or county roads suitable for road, mountain or hybrid bikes. The run is on sidewalks and neighborhood streets and is paved. See Routes tab for maps.
Please consider entering the Great Southwest Triathlon Series! There are races in Gunnison,Montrose, and Alamosa . There is a discount for all the races plus cool prizes for series competitors!
PACKET PICKUP AND ORIENTATION MEETINGS:
Packet pick up will be on SEPTEMBER 26TH FROM 5:30-7:30 PM AT THE MRD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER LOCATED AT 16350 WOODGATE RD IN MONTROSE.
A short orientation meeting for first time participants will be held at 6:30 p.m.
Proceeds-This is a fundraiser and all proceeds benefit the Montrose Recreation Foundation.
Proceeds from this event benefit the community of Montrose. The Black Canyon Triathlon is the primary fundraising mechanism for the Montrose Recreation Foundation(501 c-3). Funds are used to promote and expand recreational opportunities within the Montrose community. This includes activity scholarships for both youth and older adults that qualify based on financial need. These scholarships are used to participate in sports, recreation activities, swimming lessons, and for access to the Montrose Community Recreation Center and Field House. In addition, local community groups that volunteer to help run the event also receive a donation to their organization.
Since it is a fundraiser no refunds will be given.
Please be appreciative patrons of all the generous sponsors that make this event possible!
Race Details
Time: 08:00 , September 27, 2025 16350 Woodgate Rd., Montrose, CO.
Divisions: Youth, Adult, Team, Youth Team, Family Team.
Distances:
Youth (6-10): 100 yd swim, 5k bike, .8k run.
Youth (11-14): 200 yd swim, 8.7k bike, 2.5k run.
Youth (15 to 18 years old): 500 yd swim, 22k bike, 5k run.
Adult (19 & Over): 500 yd swim, 22k bike, 5k run.
Team Will do distance(s) corresponding to oldest team members correct division.
All team divisions can be made up of either 2 or 3 people. Example: two 10 year olds and an 11 year old are on a team, ALL participants would do the distances for the 11-14 division.
Family Team MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE ADULT OVER 18 ON THE TEAM. Distances in this division would correspond to each participants age, and team members would be from same family. Example: distances if the family team consisted of a 8 year old(100 yd swim), an adult(25k bike), and a 13 year old(2.7k run).
Youth Team- Will do distance(s) corresponding to oldest team members correct division.
T-shirts and awards may be mailed or available for local pick up for late entries.
Awards ceremony will be held after last finisher-usually about 1-2 p.m.
Awards: Overall top male and female. Top three finishers in the following: Team, Family Team,Youth Team (6-10,11-14,15-18),Youth male and female(6-10,11-14), Male and Female 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,45-49,50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70+.
It is the responsibility of the participant to know the proper distance, if the participant does not follow the proper course and distance they will be disqualified.
Race Fees 2025
On or before September 13th Youth- $20, Youth Team $40, Adult(19+)- $70, Team(Adult) $140, Team(Family) -$110
September 14th-September 27th Youth- $20, Youth Team $40, Adult(19+)- $80 , Team(Regular)-$160, Team ( Family) $130
Due to the fact that this triathlon is a fundraiser, no refunds will be given.
Other Information
Weather-Race may be stopped if safety of participants and/or staff in jeopardy. It may or may not be restarted and no refunds will be given.
Have fun, and encourage others!
Helpful links for first timers:
303 Triathlon
Contact:
Kevin Davis
Email: [email protected]
Races
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Youth Individual Triathlon Entry
Incl. $2.85 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$22.85
-
Adult Individual Triathlon Entry
Incl. $6.23 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$76.23
-
2-3 Person Youth Team Triathlon Entry
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$44.20
-
2-3 Person Adult Team Triathlon Entry
Incl. $10.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$150.95
-
2-3 Person Family Team Relay
Incl. $8.93 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$118.93
MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE ADULT 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.
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