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Around August 15, Lake Almanor typically runs about 71°F at the surface (70 to 74°F across 2011 to 2020). Wetsuits were legal every year at this date.
A model estimate from the USGS lake temperature model (daily surface temperatures for US lakes), not a measurement. Wetsuit cutoffs are USA Triathlon age-group rules. The race's own water temperature reading on race morning decides.
951 Clifford Dr., Lake Almanor, CA 96137
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results for Courage Triathlon 2026. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 Individual, the fastest tenth finished in 1:30:34 or better, the top quarter in 1:44:02, and half the field in 1:57:27; the last tenth came in after 2:54:48.
At the 2026 Relay Team, the fastest tenth finished in 1:28:47 or better, the top quarter in 1:40:16, and half the field in 1:48:09; the last tenth came in after 1:59:26.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 1:30:36 |
| 30-39 | 1:45:47 | n/a |
| 40-49 | 2:07:38 | n/a |
| 60-69 | n/a | 1:51:54 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Down 11 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
Slower than most US sprint triathlons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 sprint triathlon field finished under 1:40:27, against 1:24:09 in a typical US sprint triathlon, so times here run 19 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
What the organizers of Courage Triathlon 2026 cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
Can I bring my dog? No, the club does not allow dogs in the recreational area. Do not bring your dog as your dog will not be accommodated in the area. What are the newest changes to the triathlon? Since 2019, the course has changed to be…
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12th Annual Courage Triathlon
Race to End Trafficking. Run With Purpose. Move With Courage.
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | Lake Almanor Country Club | 10:00 AM Start
For twelve years, the Courage Triathlon has united athletes, families, and advocates around a cause that demands our attention: the fight against child sex trafficking. What began as a local race has grown into a movement — and this year, we're taking it further than ever.
The 12th Annual Courage Triathlon returns to the stunning shores of Lake Almanor, and this year, we're opening registration to virtual participants nationwide. Whether you're standing at the start line or lacing up your sneakers a thousand miles away, you're part of this fight.
The Course