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Tri Goddess Triathlon

Tri Goddess Triathlon

Tri Goddess Tri celebrates women of all abilities in a scenic Michigan State Recreation Area.

Race Date

Jun 27, 2026

Location

Grass Lake, MI

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location
Grass Lake, Michigan
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + Super Sprint Triathlon (formerly Mini Sprint), 11 Miles, Sprint Duathlon, 13.8 Miles, 1 Miles, 800m
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Mixed
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell Organized

Course

Shaded

The Experience

Set within the picturesque Portage Lake Unit of Waterloo State Recreation Area, the Tri Goddess Tri offers a scenic backdrop for women to challenge themselves. The event is designed to inspire participants of all abilities, encouraging them to achieve new fitness goals.

The course features a mix of terrain. The bike leg is on paved roads with rolling hills, while the run incorporates both road and trail sections. This varied course provides a dynamic experience for athletes.

This race is a testament to female empowerment in sport, fostering a supportive environment for participants to celebrate their strength and determination.

Race-provided description

Tri Goddess Tri celebrates women of all abilities, inspiring them to reach new heights of health and set new fitness goals by training for and completing a triathlon.  Held just 12 miles west of Chelsea at the Portage Lake Unit of Waterloo State Recreation Area, surrounding our participants in scenery as beautiful and inspiring as themselves. Tri Goddess Tri features min-sprint, sprint, and Olympic distance events:

All bike distances are on paved roads, rolling hills. All runs are a mix of road and trail. See course maps under "Event Details" Sprint Triathlon — 800-meter lake swim, 10.3-mile bike ride, 3-mile run  Super Sprint Triathlon (Formerly Mini Sprint) — 400-meter lake swim, 10.3-mile bike ride, 1.5-mile  Sprint Duathlon (run bike run) — 1.5-mile run, 10.3-mile bike ride, 3-mile run Sprint Aquabike (swim-bike)— 800-meter lake swim, 10.3-mile bike ride Sprint Relay — team up with one or two friends to complete the Sprint Triathlon together

Park Entry A State Park permit or Recreation Passport is needed to enter Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' website here for pricing and more information. Certification This race is sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT) therefore all participants must have an annual membership or purchase a one-day membership. These options will be available during the registration process. The annual membership fee is $50 and the one-day fee is $15. To learn more about USAT visit https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Triathlon/. To learn more about USAT, USAT membership, USAT rules, and USAT most violated rules, CLICK HERE. The race director, Eva Solomon, is a USAT Level 2 Certified Race Director.  This is the highest level available, she is the only Level 2 USAT Certified race director in Michigan and 1 of only 11 in the country.  Course Please note that in the interest of safety, all courses are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the race director. You can view all courses here. Post-Race Party Goddesses, stick around for post-race food and festivities! Our Epic staff and volunteers will be cooking up pancakes, breakfast burritos, and more for all race participants.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Race Shirt

Start Location

11500 Seymour Rd., Grass Lake, MI, 49240

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

mixed

Scenery

Lake River, Park

Surface

Dirt Trail, Paved

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

Super Sprint Triathlon (formerly Mini Sprint)11 MilesSprint Duathlon13.8 Miles1 Miles800m

Course Map

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 82°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

65°

Afternoon (High)

82°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Tri Goddess Triathlon?

The Tri Goddess Triathlon is held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.

Where does the Tri Goddess Triathlon take place?

It takes place in Grass Lake, Michigan.

What distances does the Tri Goddess Triathlon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus Super Sprint Triathlon (formerly Mini Sprint), 11 Miles, Sprint Duathlon, 13.8 Miles, 1 Miles, 800m.

Is the Tri Goddess Triathlon course flat and good for a PR?

The Tri Goddess Triathlon is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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