Cal Tri Charlotte

APR
19
2026
Experience a diverse multisport event at Lake Norman State Park featuring 18 different race options including triathlons and runs for all ages. Join a professional racing environment just north of Charlotte this April.
Sun 19 Apr 2026
Sprint Swim (400 Yards) Olympic Swim (1640 Yards) Olympic Runbikerun Sprint Runbikerun

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Event Overview

Cal Tri Charlotte takes place at Lake Norman State Park in Statesville, North Carolina, located approximately 38 miles north of Charlotte. This multisport event offers a wide range of options across different disciplines and distances, including triathlon, run-bike-run, swim-bike, swim-run, swimming, and running.

Race Categories

The event features 18 distinct race options categorized into three primary levels:

  • Olympic Distance: Includes Triathlon, RunBikeRun (5 km run, 40 km bike, 10 km run), SwimBike, SwimRun, 1640 Yard Swim, and 10K Run.
  • Sprint Distance: Includes Triathlon, RunBikeRun (5 km run, 26 km bike, 5 km run), SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 Yard Swim, and 5K Run.
  • Youth Sprint Distance: Open to athletes aged 7-17, featuring Triathlon, RunBikeRun (5 km run, 23.5 km bike, 5 km run), SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 Yard Swim, and 5K Run.

Course and Environment

The race is staged at the Lake Norman Picnic Ground, where parking is provided free of charge. The average water temperature for the event is 69 F, and the use of a wetsuit is recommended for participants. Average air temperatures during this period typically range between 54 F and 77 F. Nearby attractions include the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Freedom Park, and the closest major transport hub is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k
5 km
5 km
Olympic Runbikerun
5 km
Sprint Runbikerun
5 km
Youth 5k
Olympic Swim (1640 Yards)
Sprint Swim (400 Yards)
Olympic Triathlon
Sprint Triathlon

Events nearby

The Lake Norman State Park Sprint is a triathlon featuring a 750m swim, 18-mile bike, and 5K run. It takes place at a scenic state park with extensive trails and convenient parking. Participants can compete individually, as a relay, or in the aquabik..
A pool swim triathlon at the Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics center, featuring a 400-yard swim, 20K bike, and 5K run. A shorter youth event is also available. Proceeds support St. Jude Children's Cancer Research.
This USAT sanctioned sprint triathlon in Davidson features a 750m swim, a 12.7-mile bike ride, and a 5K run. The course starts and finishes at the Trane Technologies Campus, with a food drive supporting the local community.
This women's sprint triathlon in Huntersville features a 250-yard pool swim, an 8-mile bike, and a 2-mile run. It also offers aquathlon, duathlon, relay, and youth events for girls. Participants receive training support and a finish line celebration.