Bussell Island Swim

  • Date Sat 30th May 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Lenoir City, Tennessee
  • Price Free - $80.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to make a splash at the Bussell Island Swim on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the picturesque Lenoir City, Loudon! This exciting open water swim event offers participants a choice of three exhilarating distances: a 1-mile, 1.6-mile, and a challenging 3.3-mile swim. Nestled in the scenic hills of East Tennessee along the tranquil Little Tennessee River, Bussell Island is not only rich in history but also provides the perfect backdrop for swimmers of all skill levels.

With its calm, clear waters and beautiful riverfront park featuring nature trails and a small sandy beach, Bussell Island promises an unforgettable experience. Swimmers aged 11 and older, who are members in good standing of US Masters Swimming or USA Swimming, are invited to join this sanctioned event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this memorable day surrounded by nature and fellow swim enthusiasts! Be sure to register early, as fees increase after the first 100 registrants and again on May 10, 2026. Registration closes on May 25, 2026. Dive into this fantastic opportunity and make your mark at the Bussell Island Swim!

Organiser's Description

Join us for 3 different swim distances: 1-mile, 1.6-mile, and 3.3-mile. The event is sanctioned by both US Masters Swimming (USMS) and USA Swimming. Participants must be at least 11 years of age as of 31 December 2026 and members in good standing of either USMS or USA Swimming. Race age determined as of 12/31 of this year.

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 clear 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 the first 100 registrants, and again after May 10, 2026.

Registration closes May 25, 2026.

No refunds.

Races

  • 1-Mile Swim

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Adult Unisex Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $80.50

  • 1.6-Mile Swim

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Adult Unisex Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $80.50

  • 3.3-Mile Swim

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Adult Unisex Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $80.50

  • 1-Mile Assisted

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 30 MAY
  • 1.6-Mile Assisted

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 30 MAY
  • 3.3-Mile Assisted

    Sat 30th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 30 MAY

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Location

200 Tellico Pkwy, Lenoir City, 37772, TN, United States

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