The 2026 HarryMan Triathlon marks the 21st anniversary of one of the Northeast’s most demanding early-season multisport events. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Harriman State Park, the race is localized at Lake Welch Beach in Stony Point, NY. Known for its challenging elevation and potentially cold swim starts, the event serves as a premier tune-up for mid-summer long-distance triathlons.
| Race Distance | Swim / Bike / Run | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Half Distance | 1.2M / 56.1M / 13.1M | 9:00 AM EDT |
| Olympic Distance | 0.6M / 28.3M / 6.2M | 10:30 AM EDT |
| Aquabike | Swim & Bike Only | With respective waves |
The swim takes place in Lake Welch, where water temperatures typically range between 54°F and 66°F. The bike course consists of a 14-mile loop featuring significant climbs and technical descents, including a notorious hairpin turn at the bottom of Lake Welch Drive. The run course utilizes a mix of paved roads and newly converted gravel paths along St. John's Road. Transition areas and aid stations are fully stocked with electrolytes, gels, and hot post-race food to combat the early-season chill.
Stony Point, located in Rockland County, has a population of approximately 39,000 residents. The demographic composition of the town is roughly 72% White, 16% Hispanic or Latino, 5% Black or African American, and 4% Asian. The median household income in the area is approximately $115,000, reflecting the suburban, middle-to-upper-middle-class character of the Hudson Valley. Harriman State Park itself is the second-largest state park in New York, spanning over 47,000 acres, and acts as a major recreational hub for the nearly 20 million people living in the Greater New York City metropolitan area.
The triathlon industry sees specific participation trends across different groups. Nationally, USA Triathlon (USAT) data indicates that approximately 85% of participants identify as White, while 5% identify as Hispanic, 2% as Asian, and 1% as Black or African American. Efforts to diversify the sport are ongoing, as endurance events often have a high barrier to entry due to equipment costs. The HarryMan event requires all participants to hold a USAT license and strictly adheres to competitive rules, including a 13-hour overall cutoff and a specific 3:30 PM cutoff for the start of the run in the Half distance.
Registration for the 2026 race opened on January 13, with price tiers increasing as the event approaches. All finishers receive a custom medal, and awards are presented three-deep across age groups and special categories like Clydesdale (men over 220 lbs) and Athena (women over 165 lbs). For technical support or volunteer opportunities, participants can contact the race director, Dann LG, via Redpoint Productions.
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 1.2miles Bike 56.1miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$248.07
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 1.2miles Bike 56.1miles Run 13.1miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$264.12
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 1.2miles Bike 56.1miles Run 13.1miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$317.61
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 0.6miles Bike 28.3miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$146.43
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 0.6miles Bike 28.3miles Run 6.2miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$162.48
May 16, 2026
Distance — Swim 0.6miles Bike 28.3miles Run 6.2miles
Type — Multisports
09:00
$215.97
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Stony Point.
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