Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon 2027
- Date
- Sunday, May 23, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Litchfield, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $75 · goes up to $130 on Dec 24, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLYMPIC AQUABIKE | AquabikeSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.9 miOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $115$130 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| OLYMPIC INDIVIDUAL TRIATHLON | Olympic TriathlonSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $125$135 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| OLYMPIC RELAY TRIATHLON | Olympic TriathlonSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miRelay or teamOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $195$225 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| SPRINT AQUABIKE | AquabikeSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 miOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $105$120 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| SPRINT HIGH SCHOOL TRIATHLON | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $75$80 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| SPRINT INDIVIDUAL TRI | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $115$125 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
| SPRINT RELAY TRIATHLON | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miRelay or teamOpen water swim | May 23, 20277:00 AM | $185$195 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Aquabike fee goes up to $130 on Dec 24, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- OLYMPIC AQUABIKE: $115 until Dec 24, then $130 until Apr 13, then $150 until May 17, then $170 until May 22.
- OLYMPIC INDIVIDUAL TRIATHLON: $125 until Dec 24, then $135 until Apr 13, then $150 until May 17, then $170 until May 22.
- OLYMPIC RELAY TRIATHLON: $195 until Dec 24, then $225 until Apr 13, then $245 until May 17, then $265 until May 22.
- SPRINT AQUABIKE: $105 until Dec 24, then $120 until Apr 13, then $140 until May 17, then $160 until May 22.
Online registration closes May 22, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:39 AM, and the OLYMPIC AQUABIKE starts at 7:00 AM.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
4392 Beach House Trail, Litchfield, IL 62056
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Race details
- Where
- 4392 Beach House Trail, Litchfield, IL 62056Map
- Course
- Road
- Included with entry
- Unisex T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Sprint Triathlon, Olympic Triathlon, Aquabike
- Editions
- 2027 (May 23, 2027), 2026 (May 17, 2026), 2025 (May 18, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon?
- Sunday, May 23, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $75 before processing fees, and rises to $130 on Dec 24, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 22, 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?
- Sprint Triathlon, Olympic Triathlon, Aquabike.
- Where does it start?
- 4392 Beach House Trail, Litchfield, IL 62056.
From the organizers
Join us for the 3rd annual Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon in Litchfield, Illinois! With multiple race options available, athletes will kick off with a beach start in the beautiful Lake Lou Yaeger, followed by a scenic bike ride through flat, picturesque country roads. The run portion takes you on a stunning tour of the lake area, winding through campsites and offering breathtaking views of the water and surrounding nature. This exciting event marks the beginning of the triathlon season, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
For more information including course maps, schedule of events, race options, volunteer signup, etc. Please visit - http://www.mseracing.com/lakelouyaegertri