Gunnison Valley Triathlon

5.0 · 1 review
  • Date Sat 22nd August 2026
  • Time 8:30AM MDT
  • Location Gunnison, Colorado
  • Price $28.19 - $161.63
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Sprint

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of competition and community spirit at the 13th Annual Gunnison Valley Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the beautiful town of Gunnison. This family-friendly event features a thrilling Sprint Triathlon that includes a 500-yard swim at the Community & Aquatics Center, followed by a scenic 23K (14.5-mile) bike ride on asphalt paths, and a picturesque 6.4K (4-mile) run through the stunning Van Tuyl Trail system.

The excitement kicks off with the kids' triathlon at 8:30 AM, while adult participants will take to the course at 10:00 AM. With registration fees at just $30 for kids, $65 for adults, and $130 for teams, this event is accessible to everyone. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age category. Join us for a fantastic after-party featuring an award ceremony, food, beverages, and a beer/seltzer garden. Don't miss out on this chance to challenge yourself and enjoy a day of fun with friends and family in the heart of Gunnison!

Organiser's Description

Register NOW for the 13th Annual Gunnison Valley Triathlon. The cost is $30.00 for kids, $65.00 for adults, and $130.00 for teams. This Sprint Triathlon is proudly brought to you by the Gunnison Parks & Recreation Department. It begins with a 500yard swim (10 laps) at the Community & Aquatics Center, then continues with a 23K (14.5-mile) bike course, and wraps up with a 6.4K (4-mile) run that finishes at the Community Center. The kid's triathlon starts at 8:30 am and the adult race starts at 10:00 am. For more information contact:
Andy Eflin Email: aeflin@gunnisonco.gov or call 970-641-0435

The Gunnison Valley Triathlon is a family friendly Sprint Distance Triathlon for both kids and adults. The race is staged out of the Gunnison Recreation Center 200 E. Spencer Ave with the swim being completed in the Aquatics Center. The Bike route is all on asphalt using bike path and County Road #730. The Run course uses the scenic Van Tuyl Trail system on a gravel surface. The kids race starts at 8:30am and Adult race at 9:30 am, the transition zone is staged in the lawn East of the pool and can be accessed 1.5 hours before race start. All participants will receive a t-shirt at registration, top three finishers in each age category will receive a medal. After party includes, award ceremony, food & beverages for participants, and beer/seltzer garden.

Please see below for Age Grouping

Kids
3-6 yrs
7-8 yrs
9-10 yrs
11-14 yrs

Adult
15-19 yrs
20-29 yrs
30-39 yrs
40-49 yrs
50-59 yrs
60-69 yrs
70+

Races

  • Sprint Triathlon

    Incl. $6.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:30AM MDT)

    $86.90

  • Kids Triathlon

    Incl. $3.19 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:30AM MDT)

    $28.19

  • Team Relay

    Incl. $11.63 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (10:00AM MDT)

    $161.63

  • Youth Team Relay

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:30AM MDT)

    $33.53

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5.0

1 review

CW
Craig

Β·7 months ago

This is a fun race with great support from local volunteers. Altitude makes the course more challenging, but the course is relatively flat and fast. Well managed and run, I'll be back!

Location

200 Spencer Ave, Gunnison, 81230, CO, United States

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