Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K

  • Date Sat 18th July 2026 - Thu 31st December 2026
  • Time 7:15AM EDT
  • Location Narragansett, Rhode Island
  • Price $43.40 - $149.40
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K, taking place on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, at Roger Wheeler State Beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island! This exciting event is dedicated to raising awareness and funding for crucial initiatives such as water safety, drowning prevention, cancer prevention, and cardiac health, all while celebrating and protecting Rhode Island's stunning coastal environment.

Participants can choose from a variety of thrilling race options, including a 5K run or walk, a challenging 10K run, and multiple swimming and paddle events. Kids can also join in on the action with a 400-meter swim or a fun mile swim. For those seeking a true test of endurance, the Eco-Challenger combines a 5K run, 1-mile swim, and 3-mile paddle, while the Ultimate Challenger features a 10K run, 5K swim, and 6-mile paddle. With exciting activities for all ages and skill levels, this event promises to be a fantastic celebration of community and outdoor adventure. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day by the ocean!

Organiser's Description

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SATURDAY JULY 18TH 2026

ROGER WHEELER STATE BEACH - NARRAGANSETT, RI

WATERMAN ECO-CHALLENGE + SUMMER SAFE OCEAN STATE 5K/10K!

_THIS DAY IS ALL ABOUT SUPPORTING THE SUMMER SAFE OCEAN STATE INITIATIVE IN RHODE ISLAND! WE ARE ALL COMING TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS & FUNDING TOWARD WATER SAFETY/DROWNING PREVENTION, CANCER PREVENTION/CARDIAC HEALTH & PROTECTING RHODE ISLAND'S COASTAL ENVIRONMENT. _

RACE EVENTS:

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5K RUN OR WALK

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10K RUN

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400 METER KIDS SWIM

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1 MILE OR 5K SWIM

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3 MILE OR 6 MILE PADDLE

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ECO-CHALLENGER (5K RUN + 1 MILE SWIM + 3 MILE PADDLE)

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ULTIMATE CHALLENGER (10K RUN, 5K MILE SWIM, 6 MILE PADDLE)

*PARKING IS CHARGED BY CAR WEEKEND RATE: RI RESIDENT $7.00, NON RI RESIDENT $14

SWIM DIVISION SCORING BRACKETS:

5K SWIM: 11-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

1-MILE SWIM: 9-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

400-METER SWIM: 12 & UNDER

_CUMULATIVE TIME RELAY AGE GROUPS (SUM OF THE SWIMMERS AGES):_

5K SWIM: 33-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+
1-MILE SWIM: 27-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+
400-METER SWIM: 36 & UNDER

DETAILED OCEAN SWIM MEET ANNOUNCEMENT PDF:

Link To Come w/ Sanction

REGISTRATION KEY DATES:

EARLY REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 15TH
EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT ENDS APRIL 15TH
FULL PRICE REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 16TH



JULY 18TH TENTATIVE EVENT SCHEDULE:

PARKING & 5K/10K ROAD RACE CHECK-IN /TIME CHIP PICK UP - 6:30AM

ROAD RACE REGISTRATION CLOSES - 7:00AM

ROAD RACE RACE STARTS - 7:30AM

SWIM & PADDLE CHECK IN / TIME CHIP PICK UP OPENS - 7:00AM

SWIM INDIVIDUAL ENTRIES CLOSES - 8:00AM

SWIM CHECK-IN & RELAY ENTRIES CLOSES - 8:30AM

MANDATORY SWIMMER BRIEFING - 8:40AM

SWIM RACES START 9:00AM

PADDLE REGISTRATION CLOSES 11:00AM

PADDLE RACES START 11:30AM

SWIM AWARDS 11:45 AM

PUBLIC EVENT AREA CLOSES 3PM

Races

  • 5K Road Race - Walk

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Official DryBlend Race Tee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish! 8:30am Race Cutoff Time.
  • 5K Road Race - Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Official DryBlend Race Tee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish! 8:30am Race Cutoff Time.
  • 10K Road Race - Run

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Official DryBlend Race Tee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route - 2 Laps, Beach Finish! 8:30am Race Cutoff Time.
  • Eco Kids 400 Meter Swim

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Official Race Tee & Swim Safe Buoy

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Eco Kids Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. This Race Is For Ages Up To 12 Years Old. ** All Swimmers Are Required To Wear Swim Safe Buoys Provided With Registration**
  • 1 Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Official Race Tee & Swim Safe Buoy

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. ** All Swimmers Are Required To Wear Swim Safe Buoys Provided With Registration**
  • 5K Distance Swim

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Official Race Tee & Swim Safe Buoy

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $80.50

    OPENS 28 FEB
    5K Distance. Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area! 120 Minute Course Cut Off Time. ** All Swimmers Are Required To Wear Swim Safe Buoys Provided With Registration**
  • 3 Mile Paddle

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Official Race Tee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (11:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations.
  • 6 Mile Distance Paddle

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Official Race Tee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (11:30AM EDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations.
  • Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle

    Incl. $7.60 Fee & Official Race Tees & Swim Safe Buoy

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $117.60

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. ** All Swimmers Are Required To Wear Swim Safe Buoys Provided With Registration**
  • Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle

    Incl. $9.40 Fee & Official Race Tees & Swim Safe Buoy

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $149.40

    OPENS 28 FEB
    Galilee 10K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. ** All Swimmers Are Required To Wear Swim Safe Buoys Provided With Registration**

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Roger Wheeler State Beach, 100 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 02882, RI, United States

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