Great American Triathlon

Distances and entry

• Ironperson (Adult) — $151.56
• Ironperson (Junior) — $54.77
• Duo Relay — $178.44
• Adult Relay — $226.83
• Junior Relay — $124.67
• Tandem Watercraft Relay — $302.11

About Great American Triathlon

Get your paddles ready for the 7th annual Great American Triathlon, the Sacramento region's premier summertime event set on the stunning American River Parkway.

The Great American Triathlon is a challenging athletic competition that is as unique as it is fun. Following the historic route of Eppie's Great Race, the Great American Triathlon includes a 5.8-mile run, a 12.5-mile bike ride, and a 6.1-mile paddle, with categories for competitors of all types — from world-class athletes to families seeking to create a new family tradition.

The event begins with a 5.8-mile run downriver from William B. Pond Park in Carmichael to Guy West Bridge at Sac State, followed by a 12.5-mile bike ride from Sac State to the Sunrise Bridge in Fair Oaks, and concludes with a 6.1-mile paddle from the Sunrise Bridge to River Bend Park in Rancho Cordova. The entire race takes place within the scenic American River Parkway — one of the most accessible waterways in America and the crown jewel of the Sacramento County Regional Parks Department.

You can compete as an individual Ironperson or as part of a relay team in categories for all skill levels. Space is limited to 250 teams and 600 Ironperson competitors, so sign up today!

Included in your entry is a premium event tee, finisher medal, food truck voucher, beer garden with live entertainment, free race photos and parking.

Race legs include:

• Run: 5.8 miles — William B. Pond Park to Guy West Bridge at Sac State

• Bike: 12.5 miles — Guy West Bridge to Sunrise Bridge, Fair Oaks

• Paddle: 6.1 miles — Sunrise Bridge to River Bend Park, Rancho Cordova (located across the river from the start line at William Pond Park)

The race features over 40 divisions. Awards are presented to the top three finishers in each category. The event benefits the American River Parkway Foundation and local children's charities.

Relay Team Registration

• The Captain MUST pay the team entry fee in full. No partial payments accepted.

• The Captain is responsible for creating the team and selecting the division during the registration process.

• The Captain will invite the team members to register, either during the registration process or at a later time through their participant dashboard.

Event Safety

• All cyclists and paddlers must wear a helmet while competing.

• All paddlers must wear shoes while competing.

• All paddlers must wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device while competing.

• All watercraft participants must be able to self-rescue.

• Only registered race competitors may be on the race course.

Packet Pickup

Your race packet must be picked up in person at packet pickup on Friday, July 16, 2027, 4–7pm, River Bend Park, Rancho Cordova. Relay team packets may be picked up by any member of the team. Optionally, you may select to have your packet mailed.