Delaware State Championship, Newark SwimFest and SwimRun

  • Date Sat 28th June 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Newark, Delaware
  • Price $32.80 - $54.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of competition at the 6th Delaware State Championship of Open Water and SwimRun on Saturday, June 28, 2025! Located at the picturesque Newark Reservoir in Newark, New Castle, this event promises thrilling races for all levels of swimmers and runners. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 1-mile swim, 1.5-mile swim, and a 0.5-mile swim, alongside the challenging SwimRun event that combines a 1-mile swim with a 2.2-mile run.

The excitement kicks off at 9 AM with the 1-mile Swim and SwimRun, followed by the 1.5-mile swim at 10 AM and the 0.5-mile swim at 11:15 AM. Whether youโ€™re a seasoned athlete or a newcomer looking to test your limits, thereโ€™s something for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to challenge yourself in all three races for an extra thrill! Make sure to register by June 26, and get ready for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and competition. Join us at the top of the hill by the caged area for a memorable experience at the Newark Reservoir!

Organiser's Description

Welcome to the 6th Delaware State Championship of Open Water and SwimRun, presented by French Creek Racing!

This event features the following races:
1 mile swim [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31073609] (2 loops)
SwimRun (1 mile swim [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31073609], 2.2 mile run [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31073633] - 2 loops swim, then 2 loops run)
1.5 mile swim [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31073609] (3 loops)
0.5 mile swim [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31073609] (1 loop)
1 Mile Swim and SwimRun will start at 9AM
1.5 Mile Swim will start at 10AM
0.5 Mile Swim will start at 11:15AM
For an extra challenge, race in all 3!

Start/finish area is at the caged area near the top of the hill at the Newark Reservoir. GPS address to parking lot is 240 Old Paper Mill Rd., Newark, DE 19711. There are bathrooms at the parking lot at the bottom of the hill. Please make sure to use facilities as needed before walking up the hill. Additional/overflow parking is located at Timothy's, 100 Creek View Rd., Newark, DE 19711.

Register today for your choice of races!
Online Registration Closes Thursday, June 26, at 12 midnight.

Check-in is available starting at 8:00AM on Saturday June 28. All racers should check in when they arrive.
NO REFUNDS and no rain date. In the event of inclement weather, entries will roll into next year's race, or you may defer to another FCR event.

There will be one nutrition/hydration table near the reservoir entrance (caged area at the top of the hill). We will have water, Gatorade, and Hammer gels at this table. Some light pre-packaged food and beverages will be available for post-race.

We will need 8-10 Volunteers for Registration, Timing, and Kayaking. Interested in VOLUNTEERING? SIGN UP HERE [http://www.frenchcreekracing.com/volunteer]!

We will follow the USAT Wetsuit rule of 78o temperature threshold. Should the water temperature exceed 78o, anyone wearing a wetsuit will not be counted in the official results. Should the water temperature exceed 84o F, no wetsuits may be worn. Water temperature is likely to be above 78o at this time of year.

Races

  • 1 Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS SOON
  • SwimRun (1 Mile Swim, 2.2 Mile Run)

    Incl. $4.00 Fee

    Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 1.5 Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS SOON
  • 1/2 Mile Swim

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS SOON

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240 Old Paper Mill Rd., Newark, 19711, DE, United States

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