Barracuda Open Water Swim Races
- Date Sat 12th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Drums, Pennsylvania
- Price $44.90 - $60.80
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for a splash-tastic day at the 14th Annual Barracuda Open Water Swim Races, taking place on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the picturesque Beech Mountain Lakes in Drums, Luzerne. This exciting event, hosted by the Freeland YMCA swim team, invites swimmers of all abilities to dive into a thrilling challenge with options to compete in a 5K swim, a 1-mile swim, or a shorter 500-yard distance.
Beech Mountain Lakes is a beloved destination for local swimmers and triathletes, boasting clean water and a stunning sandy beach for easy entry and exit. Families will also enjoy the various playgrounds and a fantastic restaurant with a deck that overlooks the water, making it a perfect day for spectators and participants alike. Don’t miss your chance to grab a race shirt by registering before July 1, and get ready to celebrate your achievements with awards for overall, Masters, and Age Group categories. Join us for an unforgettable day of competition, camaraderie, and fun in the sun!
Beech Mountain Lakes is a beloved destination for local swimmers and triathletes, boasting clean water and a stunning sandy beach for easy entry and exit. Families will also enjoy the various playgrounds and a fantastic restaurant with a deck that overlooks the water, making it a perfect day for spectators and participants alike. Don’t miss your chance to grab a race shirt by registering before July 1, and get ready to celebrate your achievements with awards for overall, Masters, and Age Group categories. Join us for an unforgettable day of competition, camaraderie, and fun in the sun!
Organiser's Description
The Freeland YMCA swim team will once again be hosting the Barracuda Open Water Swim Races at Beech Mountain Lakes this July! Choose between a 5K swim, a 1 mile swim, or a 500 yard distance at our 14th Annual Event. Beech Mountain Lakes is a favorite lake in our area for local swimmers and triathletes to train. It features clean water, a beautiful sandy beach entry/exit point, several playground structures for kids & spectators to play, and a great restaurant & deck overlooking the water.
Swimmers registered by July 1 will be guaranteed a race shirt.
Overall - Masters - Age Group awards will be presented.
Friday PM packet pickup will be available on site at the Lakeside Restaurant. Times and details TBA.
Swimmers registered by July 1 will be guaranteed a race shirt.
Overall - Masters - Age Group awards will be presented.
Friday PM packet pickup will be available on site at the Lakeside Restaurant. Times and details TBA.
Races
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5K Open Water Swim
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$60.80
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1 Mile Open Water Swim
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$55.50
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500 Yard Open Water Swim
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.90
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Virtual 5K Swim
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.90
No Excuses virtual swim. Swim any time July 5 through 7/12, either in a pool or lake, and submit your time into our virtual competition. Proof of time must be submitted. Either a screen shot of your GPS watch, or a log sheet with all of your pool lap split times would qualify. Shirts can be picked up, or mailed out. -
Virtual 1 Mile Swim
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.90
No Excuses virtual swim. Swim any time July 5 through 7/12, either in a pool or lake, and submit your time into our virtual competition. Proof of time must be submitted. Either a screen shot of your GPS watch, or a log sheet with all of your pool lap split times would qualify. Shirts can be picked up, or mailed out. -
Virtual 500 Yard Swim
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.90
No Excuses virtual swim. Swim any time July 5 through 7/12, either in a pool or lake, and submit your time into our virtual competition. Proof of time must be submitted. Either a screen shot of your GPS watch, or a log sheet with all of your pool lap split times would qualify. Shirts can be picked up, or mailed out.
Barracuda Open Water Swim Races
