Mermaid Open Water Swim - OLETA
- Date Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location North Miami Beach, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $59.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Mermaid Open Water Swim at Oleta River State Park on Sunday, May 31, 2026! Located in North Miami Beach, Miami-Dade, this event invites swimmers of all levels to experience the beauty of Florida's largest urban park. With its stunning waterways and serene surroundings, Oleta River State Park provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable swimming adventure.
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances to suit their skill level, including a challenging two-mile swim, a one-mile swim, a half-mile swim, and even a fun Lil' Mermaid Splash, perfect for the little ones at 200 yards. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or just looking to enjoy a day of fun in the water, the Mermaid Open Water Swim promises excitement, fitness, and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to channel your inner mermaid or merman – sign up today for a fantastic day of swimming in this hidden gem of Miami!
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances to suit their skill level, including a challenging two-mile swim, a one-mile swim, a half-mile swim, and even a fun Lil' Mermaid Splash, perfect for the little ones at 200 yards. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or just looking to enjoy a day of fun in the water, the Mermaid Open Water Swim promises excitement, fitness, and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to channel your inner mermaid or merman – sign up today for a fantastic day of swimming in this hidden gem of Miami!
Organiser's Description
GAME ON! RACE EVENTS INTRODUCES THE NEW MERMAID OPEN WATER SWIM AT OLETA RIVER STATE PARK!
BENEFITING THE FRIENDS OF OLETA RIVER STATE PARKfemale sign Calling All Mermaids and Mermen! male sign Dive in and discover Floridas largest urban park, Oleta River State Park, where nature and adventure meet just 30 minutes from downtown Miami! At over a thousand acres, this natural oasis is the perfect backdrop for our Mermaid Open Water Swim - Oleta. Known for its stunning waterways and serene beauty, Oleta is a haven for outdoor lovers, from mountain bikers and paddlers to anglers and swimmers.
Join us for an unforgettable swimming experience in this hidden gem of Miami! Whether you're a competitive swimmer or just want to splash around, there's a distance for everyone.
DISTANCES INCLUDE:
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TWO MILE SWIM
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ONE MILE SWIM
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HALF-MILE SWIM
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LIL' MERMAID SPLASH (200 YARDS OWS)
Dont miss out! Sign up today and channel your inner mermaid or merman for a day full of fun, fitness, and adventure!
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Location: Oleta River State Park, North Miami Beach
BENEFITING THE FRIENDS OF OLETA RIVER STATE PARKfemale sign Calling All Mermaids and Mermen! male sign Dive in and discover Floridas largest urban park, Oleta River State Park, where nature and adventure meet just 30 minutes from downtown Miami! At over a thousand acres, this natural oasis is the perfect backdrop for our Mermaid Open Water Swim - Oleta. Known for its stunning waterways and serene beauty, Oleta is a haven for outdoor lovers, from mountain bikers and paddlers to anglers and swimmers.
Join us for an unforgettable swimming experience in this hidden gem of Miami! Whether you're a competitive swimmer or just want to splash around, there's a distance for everyone.
DISTANCES INCLUDE:
*
TWO MILE SWIM
*
ONE MILE SWIM
*
HALF-MILE SWIM
*
LIL' MERMAID SPLASH (200 YARDS OWS)
Dont miss out! Sign up today and channel your inner mermaid or merman for a day full of fun, fitness, and adventure!
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Location: Oleta River State Park, North Miami Beach
Races
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Two Mile Swim
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Custom Swim Cap
Sun 31st May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$59.30
There will be awards given out to the top 3 males and females in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:45 AM at Game On Race Events trailer. - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - There is a $6 fee for parking - Check-in at the Game On Race Trailer - Head to the beach for the swim start SWIM COURSE (OUT AND BACK): - Start at swim start flags - Swim 50 yards east to first buoy - Stay on right and head south - Pass middle buoy, continue to stay on right - Turn around at 3rd buoy, stay on right, continue back north - Pass middle buoy again, stay on right - Pass the first buoy again, stay on right - Make U-Turn around the first buoy - Repeat above - Come out of water, jog, to finish line! -
Mile Swim
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Custom Swim Cap
Sun 31st May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$48.70
There will be awards given out to the top 3 males and females in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:45 AM at Game On Race Events trailer. - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): - Start at swim start flags - Swim 50 yards east to first buoy - Stay on right and head south - Pass middle buoy, continue to stay on right - Turn around at 3rd buoy, stay on right, continue back north - Pass middle buoy again, stay on right - Pass first buoy again, stay on right, turn west to head to finish - Come out of water, jog to finish line! -
Half Mile Swim
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Custom Swim Cap
Sun 31st May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
There will be awards given out to the top 3 males and females in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:45 AM at Game On Race Events trailer. - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): - Start at swim start flags - Swim 50 yards east to the first buoy - Stay on right and head south - Turn around at middle buoy, stay on right, continue back north - Pass the first buoy again, stay on right, turn west to head to finish - Come out of water, jog, to the finish line! -
Lil' Mermaid Splash
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Custom Swim Cap
Sun 31st May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$27.50
There will be awards given out to the top 10 overall male and female finishers. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:45 AM at Game On Race Events trailer. - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - Enter the park and make a right into the north parking lot - Park anywhere in that area - Check-in at Pavillion 8 - Head under the tunnel to swim start - Swim start at Tower 19 COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): - Swim 100 yards east to the first buoy - Go around the buoy - Swim 100 yards west to finish - Come out of water, jog, 25 yards to finish -
Any Distance Virtual Swim
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Custom Swim Cap
$59.30
OPENS 04 APR 26You may choose your distance in the virtual swim! Each participant in the virtual option will receive a special edition Mermaid Glass + swim cap. Registration/Packet Pickup Information: - Registration: $55 - Packet will be mailed to you!
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Oleta River State Park, 3400 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, 33160, FL, United States
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