30th Annual Two Mile Manitou Monster Lake Swim
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location New Auburn, Wisconsin
- Price $82.90
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 30th Annual Two Mile Manitou Monster Lake Swim, taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in the picturesque New Auburn, Chippewa County, Wisconsin! This iconic event invites swimming enthusiasts to take on the challenge of a two-mile open water swim across the stunning Lower Long Lake, renowned for its pristine waters and scenic surroundings shaped by the last Wisconsin glacier. With depths reaching up to 101 feet and surrounded by lush natural areas, this swim promises not only competition but also a feast for the eyes.
Join fellow swimmers and fans for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and beautiful views. After conquering the swim, participants can celebrate their achievements at the awards ceremony held at Max’s, where a delicious buffet lunch will be available for an additional charge. Remember, all swimmers must have safe swimmer buoys to participate, and wetsuits are permitted if the water temperature is below 78 degrees. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and challenge your swimming skills in one of Wisconsin's most beautiful locations!
Join fellow swimmers and fans for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and beautiful views. After conquering the swim, participants can celebrate their achievements at the awards ceremony held at Max’s, where a delicious buffet lunch will be available for an additional charge. Remember, all swimmers must have safe swimmer buoys to participate, and wetsuits are permitted if the water temperature is below 78 degrees. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and challenge your swimming skills in one of Wisconsin's most beautiful locations!
Organiser's Description
Long Lake (or as it is locally known, Lower Long Lake) is located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, lying north and east of the city of Bloomer. This area is known as the Chippewa Moraine and was formed by the last Wisconsin glacier. Upon receding, the glacier deposited till to form a terminal moraine through the northern half of the county, consisting of many hills, bogs, swamps, and irregularly-shaped lakes.
Lower Long Lake and the adjoining Herde Lake are the largest local body of water, containing 1,089 acres; depths of up to 101 ft.; and most beautiful with tracts of carefully preserved wooded or wetland natural areas and restored shorelines fronting cottages and homes.
This lake has been used as the route for 29 previous open water swims held every July prior to COVID.
Camping at the park is available: https://reservations.chippewacountywi.gov/parks/camping/morriserickson_campground/
Note: there is a 3 night minimum. Basic sites are $20/night with optional electricity for $7/night.
We are planning to hold the awards ceremony at Max's (a short walk/drive south of the County Park Beach) shortly after 11AM. Plan to join in the festivities. Max's will provide a buffet lunch for an additional charge ($18) for each person (swimmer and fans) to be paid at checkout.
SAFE SWIMMER BUOYS ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
MAY 12, 2026 UPDATE: WETSUITS AND NEOPRENE CAPS ARE ALLOWED IF WATER TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 78 DEGREES, AWARDS WILL BE ALL-INCLUSIVE BY AGE GROUP, WITHOUT SEPARATE WETSUIT VS NON-WETSUIT CATEGORY. (Flippers, webbed gloves, snorkels, pull buoys are not allowed under any circumstance.) Refer to Page 2 of the published Open Water Safety Plan to read the specifics of water temperature guidelines.
Lower Long Lake and the adjoining Herde Lake are the largest local body of water, containing 1,089 acres; depths of up to 101 ft.; and most beautiful with tracts of carefully preserved wooded or wetland natural areas and restored shorelines fronting cottages and homes.
This lake has been used as the route for 29 previous open water swims held every July prior to COVID.
Camping at the park is available: https://reservations.chippewacountywi.gov/parks/camping/morriserickson_campground/
Note: there is a 3 night minimum. Basic sites are $20/night with optional electricity for $7/night.
We are planning to hold the awards ceremony at Max's (a short walk/drive south of the County Park Beach) shortly after 11AM. Plan to join in the festivities. Max's will provide a buffet lunch for an additional charge ($18) for each person (swimmer and fans) to be paid at checkout.
SAFE SWIMMER BUOYS ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
MAY 12, 2026 UPDATE: WETSUITS AND NEOPRENE CAPS ARE ALLOWED IF WATER TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 78 DEGREES, AWARDS WILL BE ALL-INCLUSIVE BY AGE GROUP, WITHOUT SEPARATE WETSUIT VS NON-WETSUIT CATEGORY. (Flippers, webbed gloves, snorkels, pull buoys are not allowed under any circumstance.) Refer to Page 2 of the published Open Water Safety Plan to read the specifics of water temperature guidelines.
Races
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30th Annual Manitou Monster Lake Swim
Incl. $2.90 Fee
Sun 12th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$82.90
Two mile open water lake swim following a loop circling Lower Long Lake in Chippewa County Safe Swimmer Buoys will be required to participate in this event.
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28561 WI 40, New Auburn, 54757, WI, United States
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