Crofton's Dam Race
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Crofton, Nebraska
- Price $38.10 - $101.70
- Races 7 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Crofton's Dam Race on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the charming town of Crofton, Knox, along the beautiful shores of Lewis & Clark Lake in Northeast Nebraska. This unique race invites participants aged 14 and older to choose from three exciting events: a sprint triathlon featuring kayaking instead of swimming, a thrilling half marathon, or a 12-mile bike race.
Racers will kick off their journey at Weigand Beach in Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area and will celebrate their accomplishments at the vibrant Finish Line Party on Main Street in Crofton. All participants will receive a free t-shirt, bib, and a delicious meal and beverage to refuel after their adventure. With prizes for the overall winner, age group champions, and all half marathon finishers, this event promises not just competition but a community spirit that will keep you coming back year after year. Make sure to book your lodging in advance at the nearby Lewis and Clark Lodge or the Historic Argo Hotel, or consider camping at Weigand Campgrounds for a full outdoor experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to race, connect, and celebrate in the heart of Nebraska!
Racers will kick off their journey at Weigand Beach in Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area and will celebrate their accomplishments at the vibrant Finish Line Party on Main Street in Crofton. All participants will receive a free t-shirt, bib, and a delicious meal and beverage to refuel after their adventure. With prizes for the overall winner, age group champions, and all half marathon finishers, this event promises not just competition but a community spirit that will keep you coming back year after year. Make sure to book your lodging in advance at the nearby Lewis and Clark Lodge or the Historic Argo Hotel, or consider camping at Weigand Campgrounds for a full outdoor experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to race, connect, and celebrate in the heart of Nebraska!
Organiser's Description
RUN. BIKE. KAYAK Join us for a new kind of race along the shores of Lewis & Clark Lake in Northeast Nebraska. Choose your adventure between three events: a sprint triathlon with kayaking instead of swimming, a half marathon or 12-mile bike race. Participants must be 14 years or older. Racers get a free t-shirt, bib, meal and beverage at the Finish Line Party. Extra t-shirts and meals can be ordered here.
START - Weigand Beach at Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area
FINISH - Main Street, Crofton, Nebraska
FINISH LINE CELEBRATION - Crofton Haymarket, Main Street, Crofton
TEAM CAPTAINS: Register your team and pay full team registration fee. From there, you can either
A) Send the registration link to other team members to register on their own.
B) Register for your team members by clicking "Add New Registrant"
PRIZES: The overall individual winner will receive a plaque. The individual winners of each age group and the fastest team will receive a medal. Half Marathon finishers receive a medal. Everyone gets a high five!
LODGING: Stay in Crofton at the Lewis and Clark Lodge [http://www.lewisandclarklodge.com] or the Historic Argo Hotel [https://www.facebook.com/TheHistoricalArgoHotel/]. Camping is also available at the Weigand Campgrounds. [https://nebraskastateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/lewis-and-clark-sra/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NE&parkId=230101] Make arrangements early as limited rooms are available.
BIKE HELMETS and LIFE JACKETS REQUIRED!
For information, contact the race directors:
Heidi Marsh: [email protected], 605-660-4498
Johnnie Ostermeyer: 402-508-0224
START - Weigand Beach at Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area
FINISH - Main Street, Crofton, Nebraska
FINISH LINE CELEBRATION - Crofton Haymarket, Main Street, Crofton
TEAM CAPTAINS: Register your team and pay full team registration fee. From there, you can either
A) Send the registration link to other team members to register on their own.
B) Register for your team members by clicking "Add New Registrant"
PRIZES: The overall individual winner will receive a plaque. The individual winners of each age group and the fastest team will receive a medal. Half Marathon finishers receive a medal. Everyone gets a high five!
LODGING: Stay in Crofton at the Lewis and Clark Lodge [http://www.lewisandclarklodge.com] or the Historic Argo Hotel [https://www.facebook.com/TheHistoricalArgoHotel/]. Camping is also available at the Weigand Campgrounds. [https://nebraskastateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/lewis-and-clark-sra/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NE&parkId=230101] Make arrangements early as limited rooms are available.
BIKE HELMETS and LIFE JACKETS REQUIRED!
For information, contact the race directors:
Heidi Marsh: [email protected], 605-660-4498
Johnnie Ostermeyer: 402-508-0224
Races
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Crofton's Dam Race - Individual Triathlon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
KAYAK. RUN. BIKE. Competitors kayak 1.5 miles on Lewis & Clark Lake from the Weigand swim beach, run a 5K through the Weigand campground on paved trails and bike 12 miles east on Hwy 54C and south one Hwy 121 to Main Street, Crofton. Awards celebration and meal will be in Downtown Crofton. Participants must be 14 years or older. Don't forget to bring a bike helmet and life jacket. Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of our kayaks, provided by Nebraska Game & Parks. -
Crofton's Dam Race - Team Triathlon
Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$101.70
KAYAK. RUN. BIKE. Teams of 2 or 3 (each takes a seperate leg of the race). First kayak 1.5 miles on Lewis & Clark Lake from the Weigand swim beach. Run a 5K through the Weigand campground on paved trails. Bike 12 miles east on Hwy 54C and south one Hwy 121 to Main Street, Crofton. Awards celebration and meal will be in Downtown Crofton. Participants must be 14 years or older. Don't forget to bring a bike helmet and life jacket. Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of our kayaks, provided by Nebraska Game & Parks. TEAM CAPTAINS: Register your team and pay full team registration fee. From there, you can either A) Send the registration link to other team members to register on their own. B) Register for your team members by clicking "Add New Registrant." -
Crofton's Dam Race - Youth Team Triathlon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$80.50
Youth teams (ages 14-19) of 2 or 3 (each takes a different leg of the race) kayak 1.5 miles on the lake from the Weigand swim beach, run a 5K through the Weigand campground on paved trails and bike 12 miles east on Hwy 54C and south one Hwy 121 to Main Street, Crofton. Awards and BBQ celebration will still be in Downtown Crofton. Participants must be 14 years or older. Don't forget to bring a bike helmet and life jacket. Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of our kayaks provided by NE Game & Parks. TEAM CAPTAINS: Register your team and pay full team registration fee. From there, you can either A) Send the registration link to other team members to register on their own. B) Register for your team members by clicking "Add New Registrant." -
Crofton's Dam Half Marathon
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$64.60
13.1 miles to the best finish line party in Nebraska. DAM right! Runners run a route through the Lewis & Clark State Rec Area, run east on Hwy 54C and south on Hwy 121 to finish on Main Street, Crofton. Finishers receive a medal! -
Crofton's Dam Bike Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
It's less of a race, and more like a 12-mile scenic ride. Bikers will leave the State Rec Area and bike east on Hwy 54C and south on Hwy 121 to finish on Main Street, Crofton. -
Crofton's Dam Race - E-Bike Individual Triathlon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
KAYAK. RUN. E-BIKE. New this year! We've added an e-bike option! Competitors kayak 1.5 miles on the lake from the Weigand swim beach, run a 5K through the Weigand campground on paved trails and bike 12 miles east on Hwy 54C and south one Hwy 121 to Main Street, Crofton. Participants must be 14 years or older. Don't forget to bring a bike helmet and life jacket. Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of our kayaks. E-bike racers are not eligible for prizes. Note: Level 1 and 2 e-bikes only. -
Crofton's Dam Race - E-Bike Team Triathlon
Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$101.70
KAYAK. RUN. E-BIKE. New this year! We've added an e-bike option! Competitors kayak 1.5 miles on the lake from the Weigand swim beach, run a 5K through the Weigand campground on paved trails and bike 12 miles east on Hwy 54C and south one Hwy 121 to Main Street, Crofton. Participants must be 14 years or older. Don't forget to bring a bike helmet and life jacket. Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of our kayaks. E-bike racers are not eligible for prizes. Note: Level 1 and 2 e-bikes only.
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