Thurmond Triathlon

JUN
28
2026
A three-part triathlon in historic Thurmond featuring a 2 mile bike, 1.5 mile paddle on the New River, and a 2 mile run. The event offers chip timing, watercraft rentals, and proceeds support Active Southern West Virginia.
Sun 28 Jun 2026
Duo (bike 2mi, Paddle 1.5... Solo Participant (bike 2m... Team (3+) (bike 2mi, Padd...

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Thurmond Triathlon in Thurmond, WV

The Thurmond Triathlon takes place on June 28, 2026 in the town of Thurmond, West Virginia, with event activities centered at the Dun Glen Pavilion and 174 Main Street. The event is organized by Active Southern West Virginia and proceeds benefit free local physical activity programs.

All participants complete three sequential sections: biking, paddling, and running. Course highlights include a bike segment that starts at the Historic Thurmond Depot and a paddling segment on the New River that passes through moving water with small whitewater rapids. The run course crosses the Thurmond bridge and loops around historic Thurmond. Distances and surfaces are:

  • Bike: 2 miles, Thurmond Depot to Stonecliff, pavement and gravel.
  • Paddle: 1.5 miles, Stonecliff to Dun Glen, moving river with obstacles.
  • Run: 2 miles, Dun Glen area, cross the Thurmond bridge, pavement and gravel.

Equipment and safety requirements state that participants must provide their own bike, helmet, paddle, and PFD or select a rental. Helmets are required for both biking and paddling; e-bikes are not allowed. Personal watercraft must be self-propelled and no longer than 12 feet. Rental options and fees are listed for single and double duckies.

Event services include chip timing, water stations, finisher medals for children, a short-sleeve event shirt (sizes guaranteed for registrations received by June 1), and post-race snacks and lunch. Awards are given by age and category for Solo, Duo, and Team entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

6 mi
Duo (bike 2mi, Paddle 1.5mi, Run 2mi)
6 mi
Solo Participant (bike 2mi, Paddle 1.5mi, Run 2mi)
6 mi
Team (3+) (bike 2mi, Paddle 1.5mi, Run 2mi)

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