Diamond in the Rough Triathlon

  • Date Sat 11th July 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Perryville, Maryland
  • Price $108.90 - $174.90
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Olympic, Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Diamond in the Rough Triathlon on Saturday, July 11, 2026, held at the stunning Perryville Community Park in Perryville, Maryland! This hidden gem, nestled between Baltimore and Philadelphia, offers a picturesque backdrop for triathletes of all levels. The swim will take place in the beautiful Chesapeake Bay, featuring an in-water start off the dock. Athletes can choose between two exciting bike courses: the Sprint course, a rolling out-and-back route, and the Olympic course, which boasts a mix of technical challenges through suburban areas and serene rolling farmlands, culminating in a fast, flat stretch along River Road. Rounding out the event, the run course is primarily flat, meandering along the Chesapeake Bay on scenic sidewalks and back roads.

Not only will participants enjoy a thrilling race, but they'll also have the chance to explore the vibrant Cecil County area. With sailing, hiking, dining, and more just minutes away from the race site, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this unforgettable eventβ€”mark your calendars for July 11 and prepare for an adventure that combines athleticism and the beauty of nature!

Organiser's Description

Midway between Baltimore and Philadelphia, this race is staged out of beautiful Perryville Community Park in Perryville, Maryland which is truly a hidden gem, a diamond in the rough. Nestled on forested bluffs overlooking the top of the Chesapeake Bay this park makes for the epicenter of a great race. The swim takes place in the Chesapeake Bay and features an in water start off the dock. The Sprint bike course is a rolling out and back course while the Olympic bike course is technical with a mix of suburbia, rolling farm country and a fast, flat drag strip along River Road. The run course is mostly flat and winds its way along the Chesapeake Bay on sidewalks and back roads. This event is not to be missed and Cecil County is a great area to explore. Sailing, hiking, dining and more can be found minutes from the race site, you can learn more HERE.

Be sure to check out our race video HERE, then sign up below!

****All athletes must stay in the park until the bike route is clear of incoming bikes. If you must leave prior to the bike course being clear you MUST park outside the park at the fire department lot, approximately 1.35 mile from the race site. If you park inside the park, all cars will be locked in until the police deem the roads safe to allow cars to exit. Our goal is a safe race for ALL athletes and we appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Races

  • Diamond in the Rough Olympic Triathlon (Individual)

    Incl. $10.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $119.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Triathlon: 1.5K Swim; 26.8 Mile Bike; 10K Run
  • Diamond in the Rough Olympic Aquabike (Individual)

    Incl. $10.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $119.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Aquabike: 1.5K Swim; 26.8 Mile Bike
  • Diamond in the Rough Olympic Triathlon Relay

    Incl. $15.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $174.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Triathlon Relay: 1.5K Swim; 26.8 Mile Bike; 10K Run.
  • Diamond in the Rough Sprint Triathlon (Individual)

    Incl. $9.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $108.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Triathlon: 750 Meter Swim; 8 Mile Bike; 5K Run
  • Diamond in the Rough Sprint Aquabike (Individual)

    Incl. $9.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $108.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Aquabike: 750 Meter Swim; 8 Mile Bike
  • Diamond in the Rough Sprint Triathlon Relay

    Incl. $14.90 Fee & Technical Race Shirt

    Sat 11th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $163.90

    OPENS 01 NOV
    Triathlon: 750 Meter Swim; 8 Mile Bike; 5K Run.

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Location

100 Marion Tapp Parkway, Perryville, 21903, MD, United States

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