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 exhilarating day at the Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, held at the stunning Roger Wheeler State Beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island! This vibrant event focuses on raising awareness and funding for vital causes such as water safety, drowning prevention, cancer prevention, and cardiac health, all while promoting the protection of Rhode Island's beautiful coastal environment.

Participants can choose from a variety of exciting race distances, including a 5K run or walk, a challenging 10K run, and options for swimming and paddling to truly test your skills. The event features 1 mile and 2.4-mile swims, as well as 3-mile and 6-mile paddles. For the ultimate thrill-seekers, the Eco-Challenger combines a 5K run, 1-mile swim, and a 3-mile paddle, while the Ultimate Challenger takes it up a notch with a 10K run, 2.4-mile swim, and a 6-mile paddle! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit, and make a positive impact on the environment and public health. Don

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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1 MILE OR 2.4 MILE SWIMS

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3 MILE OR 6 MILE PADDLES

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

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ULTIMATE CHALLENGER (10K RUN, 2.4 MILE SWIM, 6 MILE PADDLE)

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

DIVISION SCORING BRACKETS:

9-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

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

JULY 18TH EVENT SCHEDULE:
TBD

Races

  • 5K Road Race - Walk

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $48.70

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!
  • 5K Road Race - Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $48.70

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!
  • 10K Road Race - Run

    Incl. $4.60 Fee

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

    $64.60

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish! 8:30am Race Cutoff Time.
  • Eco Kids 400 Meter Swim

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $43.40

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Eco Kids Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. This Race Is For Ages Up To 12 Years Old.
  • 1 Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $48.70

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area.
  • 5K Distance Swim

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $80.50

    OPENS 15 FEB
    5K Distance. Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area! 120 Minute Course Cut Off Time.
  • 3 Mile Paddle

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $48.70

    OPENS 15 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 & T-Shirt

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

    $64.60

    OPENS 15 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 & T-Shirt

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

    $117.60

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations.
  • Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 2.4 Mile Swim + 6 Mile Paddle

    Incl. $9.40 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $149.40

    OPENS 15 FEB
    Galilee 10K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations.

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Location

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

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