Lake Evans Triathlon
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Event overview
The Lake Evans Triathlon, 5k & 10k is set for Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Lake Evans in the Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area, Bakersfield, CA (13601 Ironbark Road; GPS 35.233972, -119.291028). The event is hosted by the Activitynut Foundation, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3). The program includes in-person and virtual options, relay entries, multi-sport variations, and sponsorship packages. Race amenities listed include a finisher's medal, event t-shirt, prizes and giveaways, a finisher's meal, music, and a largest team competition.
Distances and formats
- Super Sprint Triathlon - 400 yd swim, 5.66 mi bike, 1.5 mi run
- Sprint Triathlon - 800 yd swim, 12 mi bike, 3.1 mi run
- Olympic Triathlon - 1600 yd swim, 24 mi bike, 6.2 mi run
- Sprint and Olympic aquabike and aquathlon options
- Sprint duathlon and Olympic aquabike/aquathlon formats
- Run/Walk only: 5K and 10K
- Virtual 5K, virtual 10K, virtual triathlon and other virtual events
Course, logistics and safety
Swim courses are described as out-and-back, around the island, or two loops depending on distance. Bike and run distances are provided with course turn locations for each distance. Packet pickup is available at Lake Evans. Safety provisions include five or more kayaks/paddleboards/lifeguards on the water and Blackwolf Medical EMT on site.
Volunteers and other notes
Volunteers receive a meal, a t-shirt, and a choice of benefits such as a $20 donation to their organization or free entries to select Activitynut events. The event page notes a date change to October 18 if registered previously for another date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.