Barracuda Open Water Swim Races

Saturday, July 12, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM EDT

Drums, Pennsylvania

$66.10–$82.00 · 6 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of competition at the Barracuda Open Water Swim Races, taking place on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the stunning Beech Mountain Lakes in Drums, Luzerne! This annual event, hosted by the Freeland YMCA swim team, invites swimmers of all ages and abilities to challenge themselves in a beautiful setting. Participants can choose from three exhilarating race distances: a 5K swim, a 1-mile swim, or a shorter 500-yard distance, making it perfect for everyone from seasoned athletes to newcomers looking to dive into open water swimming.

Beech Mountain Lakes is renowned for its pristine waters and inviting sandy beach entry, providing an ideal backdrop for this thrilling event. Spectators can enjoy the scenic views from the restaurant and deck while kids have fun at the various playground structures nearby. Don't miss the chance to earn awards in Overall, Masters, and Age Group categories, and be sure to register by July 1 to secure your exclusive race shirt! For added convenience, a Friday evening packet pickup will be available at the Lakeside Restaurant from 4 PM to 7 PM. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration at the Barracuda Open Water Swim

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Races

5k Open Water Swim

Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt

8:00 AM EDT

$82.00

Entries closed
1 Mile Open Water Swim

Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt

8:30 AM EDT

$71.40

Entries closed
500 Yard Open Water Swim

Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$66.10

Entries closed
Virtual 5k Swim
Virtual

Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

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.

8:00 AM EDT

$66.10

Entries closed
Virtual 1 Mile Swim
Virtual

Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

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.

8:00 AM EDT

$66.10

Entries closed
Virtual 500 Yard Swim
Virtual

Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

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.

8:00 AM EDT

$66.10

Entries closed

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.

Optional Friday PM packet pickup will be available on site at the Lakeside Restaurant. Friday 4-7pm