Bussell Island Swim
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Lenoir City, Tennessee
- Price $64.60 - $85.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Bussell Island, once home to ancient Native American cultures and the legendary capital Coste, now boasts a picturesque riverfront park complete with nature trails and a small sand beach. The event is pending sanctioning by both US Masters Swimming and USA Swimming, ensuring a professionally organized experience for all. Please note that participants must be at least 11 years old as of December 31, 2025, and in good standing with either USMS or USA Swimming. Don't miss your chance to dive into this exciting eventβregister before May 12, 2025, to avoid increased fees, and ensure you secure your spot before registration closes on May 26, 2025!
Organiser's Description
Tucked in the hills of beautiful East Tennessee, Bussell Island is located in the gentle waters of the Little Tennessee River. Originally inhabited by various Native American Cultures, the island is believed to be the location of the capital Coste - a Missippian Period chieftom visited by the famous explorer, Henry DeSoto. Fast forward 1,500+ years and Bussell Island is now how home to a beautiful riverfront park with boating access, nature trails, a small sand beach, and a historic preserve. With its calm waters, Bussell Island is the perfect setting to host an open water swim race for swimmers of all abilities.
Please see our website [https://knoxvilleopen-waterswimmers.squarespace.com/bussellisland]for all race information.
Registration fees will increase after May 12, 2025.
Registration closes May 26, 2025.
No refunds.
Races
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1-Mile Swim
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Adult Unisex Short-Sleeved T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$64.60
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2.6-Km Swim
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Adult Unisex Short-Sleeved T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$75.20
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5.2-Km Swim
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Adult Unisex Short-Sleeved T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$85.80
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