Swim Lakefest
- Date Sun 24th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM PDT
- Location Big Bear Lake, California
- Price $80.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to dive into an unforgettable experience at Swim Lakefest on Sunday, August 24th, 2025, set against the stunning backdrop of Big Bear Lake in San Bernardino! This exciting open water swim race invites participants to test their endurance with two thrilling race distances: a 1.2-mile swim and a challenging 2.4-mile swim, both taking place back to back. The swim course starts on the sandy shores of Swim Beach, leading swimmers out to the picturesque tip of Eagle Point before returning to the lush greens of Ski Beach Park.
Swim Lakefest is part of the larger Big Bear Lakefest celebration, making it the perfect event for both competitive swimmers and families looking to enjoy a day of fun and fitness. Participants can look forward to fantastic race swag, a finisher's medal, and the chance to compete for cash prizes and awards for overall male and female winners, as well as age group winners. Join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and the breathtaking beauty of Big Bear Lake!
Swim Lakefest is part of the larger Big Bear Lakefest celebration, making it the perfect event for both competitive swimmers and families looking to enjoy a day of fun and fitness. Participants can look forward to fantastic race swag, a finisher's medal, and the chance to compete for cash prizes and awards for overall male and female winners, as well as age group winners. Join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and the breathtaking beauty of Big Bear Lake!
Organiser's Description
Dive in to this incredible Open Water Swim Race on Big Bear Lake!
Join us as we bring a new discipline of endurance sports to Big Bear Lake. Swim Lakefest is part of Big Bears Lakefest. This year featuring both 1.2 and 2.4 mile races held back to back. The course starts on the sand at Swim Beach, head out to the tip of Eagle Point, and then returns for an exit onto the grass at Ski Beach Park. 2 Laps for the longer distance!
Registration includes: Race SWAG, Finishers Medal, and Awards Eligibility
Cash Prize for Overall Male and Female winners.
Age Group Winners Awards - Junior (<18), Open, Masters (40+)
Average water temperature in August is 70 degrees.
Wetsuits are allowed but not eligible for awards.
Course Cutoff: 1 hour
more details at www.elevatedsocal.com/events/swim-lakefest
Join us as we bring a new discipline of endurance sports to Big Bear Lake. Swim Lakefest is part of Big Bears Lakefest. This year featuring both 1.2 and 2.4 mile races held back to back. The course starts on the sand at Swim Beach, head out to the tip of Eagle Point, and then returns for an exit onto the grass at Ski Beach Park. 2 Laps for the longer distance!
Registration includes: Race SWAG, Finishers Medal, and Awards Eligibility
Cash Prize for Overall Male and Female winners.
Age Group Winners Awards - Junior (<18), Open, Masters (40+)
Average water temperature in August is 70 degrees.
Wetsuits are allowed but not eligible for awards.
Course Cutoff: 1 hour
more details at www.elevatedsocal.com/events/swim-lakefest
Races
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Swim Lakefest - 1.2 Mile Open Water Swim
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$80.50
This is not a swim for beginners! This an alpine lake environment at nearly 7K of altitude. While we anticipate calm conditions on the lake the nature of our mountain environment means anything is possible. Swimmers should be prepared to handle rough waters and cold air temperatures at the start and finish. -
Swim Lakefest - 2.4 Mile Open Water Swim
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (7:30AM PDT)
$80.50
This is not a swim for beginners! This an alpine lake environment at nearly 7K of altitude. While we anticipate calm conditions on the lake the nature of our mountain environment means anything is possible. Swimmers should be prepared to handle rough waters and cold air temperatures at the start and finish.
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