Ideal Beach Triathlon 2027
- Date
- Saturday, June 26, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Indiana)
- Location
- Elkhart, Indiana
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $30 on Apr 1, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint Triathlon | Sprint TriathlonOpen water swim | Jun 26, 20278:00 AM | $65$70 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| Sprint Triathlon Team Relay | Sprint TriathlonRelay or teamOpen water swim | Jun 26, 20278:00 AM | $85$90 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| Kids Competitive Triathlon | Kids TriathlonOpen water swim | Jun 26, 20279:30 AM | $25$30 after Apr 1, 2027 | – |
| Kids Non-Competitive Triathlon | Kids TriathlonOpen water swim | Jun 26, 20279:30 AM | $25$30 after Apr 1, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Kids Triathlon fee goes up to $30 on Apr 1, 2027.
Water temperature and wetsuits at Ideal Beach Triathlon
Around June 26, Eagle Lake typically runs about 78°F at the surface (74 to 82°F across 2011 to 2020). Wetsuits are usually legal, but in warmer years the water topped 78°F, when wearing one makes you ineligible for age-group awards.
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.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Sprint Triathlon: $65 until Dec 31, then $70 until Mar 31, then $75 until Jun 24, then $80 until Jun 26.
- Sprint Triathlon Team Relay: $85 until Dec 31, then $90 until Mar 31, then $95 until Jun 24, then $100 until Jun 26.
- Kids Competitive Triathlon and Kids Non-Competitive Triathlon: $25 until Mar 31, then $30 until Jun 24, then $35 until Jun 26.
Online registration closes Jun 26, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:10 AM, and the Sprint Triathlon starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 770 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
52256 Ideal Beach Rd, Elkhart, IN 46514
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (5 years)Sprint Triathlon
Kids Competitive Triathlon
Sprint Triathlon Team Relay
Aggregated from official results for Ideal Beach Triathlon. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Ideal Beach Triathlon?
At the 2026 Sprint Triathlon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:07:40 or better, the top quarter in 1:12:15, and half the field in 1:19:17; the last tenth came in after 1:53:29.
At the 2026 Kids Competitive Triathlon, the fastest tenth finished in 12:22 or better, the top quarter in 13:06, and half the field in 14:55; the last tenth came in after 17:46.
At the 2026 Sprint Triathlon Team Relay, the fastest tenth finished in 1:05:31 or better, the top quarter in 1:14:23, and half the field in 1:29:09; the last tenth came in after 1:29:23.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | n/a | 1:10:47 |
| 30-39 | 1:16:42 | 1:07:10 |
| 40-49 | 1:22:01 | 1:10:11 |
| 50-59 | n/a | 1:12:15 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 1:16:26 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 94 percent since 2022.
All events combined, from official results.
Ideal Beach Triathlon Sprint Triathlon year by year
From 2022 to 2026, the field went from 33 to 69 finishers, and the median time dropped from 1:21:07 to 1:19:17.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 69 (+23%) | 1:19:17 | under 1:07:40 | 1:00:42 |
| 2025 | 56 (-3%) | 1:27:01 | under 1:08:23 | 59:47 |
| 2024 | 58 (+49%) | 1:25:33 | under 1:11:33 | 1:04:50 |
| 2023 | 39 (+18%) | 1:25:59 | under 1:08:32 | 1:00:29 |
| 2022 | 33 | 1:21:07 | under 1:04:59 | 1:00:00 |
From each year's official results for the Sprint Triathlon; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most US sprint triathlons
The fastest quarter of the 2026 sprint triathlon field finished under 1:12:15, against 1:24:09 in a typical US sprint triathlon, so times here run 14 percent faster.
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.
Typical race-day weather
Around June 26 the day usually runs from 65°F at dawn to 85°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 28% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 91°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 52256 Ideal Beach Rd, Elkhart, IN 46514Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 770 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Kids Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon
- Editions
- 2027 (Jun 26, 2027), 2026 (Jun 27, 2026), 2025 (Jun 28, 2025), 2024 (Jun 29, 2024), 2023 (Aug 5, 2023), 2022 (Aug 6, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Ideal Beach Triathlon?
- Saturday, June 26, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Apr 1, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jun 26, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Kids Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 69 athletes finished the Sprint Triathlon; the median finish was 1:19:17 and the winner finished in 1:00:42.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 sprint triathlon field finished under 1:12:15, against 1:24:09 in a typical US sprint triathlon, so times here run 14 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 52256 Ideal Beach Rd, Elkhart, IN 46514.
From the organizers
Join us for the Ideal Beach Triathlon, an exhilarating event set against the stunning backdrop of Elkhart, Indiana! This triathlon is designed for athletes of all ages and skill levels, offering a variety of race formats to challenge and inspire participants.
Event Types:
Sprint Individual Triathlon: Perfect for seasoned triathletes and newcomers alike, this event features a 400-yard swim, a 12-mile bike ride, and a 3.1-mile run. Test your limits and race against the clock in this fast-paced challenge!