Cultus Lake Triathlon

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Race Day: Sunday September 20, 2026

2026 ATHLETE GUIDE

2018 PHOTO GALLERY

  • Triathlon – Aquabike – Duathlon – Aquathlon

    Dynamic Race Events is proud to present the Cultus Lake Triathlon offering a Sprint and Standard distance triathlon, Standard distance Aquabike, Standard distance Duathlon and Sprint distance Aquathlon.
    • Sprint Triathlon: 750m swim/ 19k bike/ 5.3k run
    • Standard Triathlon: 1500m swim/ 41.4k bike/ 10.3k run (individual & relay)
    • Standard Aquabike: 1500m swim/ 41.4k bike
    • Standard Duathlon: 5.3k run/ 41.4k bike/ 10.3k run
    • Sprint Aquathlon: 750m swim/ 5.3k run

    Click on the ‘COURSE’ tab for more details.

    Click below to see a brief video shot on race morning by our friends at the Chilliwack Progress
    Looking for a great end of the season race?  The Cultus Lake triathlon offers a race for the newbie and seasoned veterans in our sport.
    The venue is just 90 minutes from Vancouver and takes place in beautiful Cultus Lake Park just outside Chilliwack.
    Features of the race include:
    – Tech Shirts
    – Custom Finisher Medals
    – Great post-race lunch

     

    Karl Cantner drone photo 2015 of Cultus Swim Venue

     

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  • Course Information:

    Click below to view course maps – all courses are subject to final approval and could change if required to obtain permits
    – Swim Course – Due to the nature of the venue, with docks and boats, the swim course will be set race weekend. Athletes will be fully briefed on the swim course prior to their race start
    – Bike Course – SPRINT
    – Bike Course – STANDARD
    – Run Course – SPRINT
    – Run Course – STANDARD

    – Run Course – DUATHLON 1st Leg

    Standard Aquabike = 1500m swim + Standard Bike Course

    Standard Duathlon = Duathlon 1st Leg Run + Standard Bike Course + Standard Run

    Sprint Aquathlon = 750m swim + Sprint Run Course

    TRANSITION

    The transition area is on the grass area between the lake and Parking Lot B. The transition area is fenced off and secured on race day.
    Athletes are required to show their numbered athlete wristband to enter transition race morning and to exit with their bikes when leaving transition.
    Transition will include athlete specific toilets, penalty/relay tent and bike racks numbered for bike placement.

    Transition + Flow Map

    SWIM COURSE
    This course is a one loop course for the Sprint (750m) and two loops for the Standard (1500m) race.  Certified Lifeguards and boat, kayak and paddle boards will be on the course to support athletes.

    **NEW for 2026: Rolling swim start from shore. Self-seeded by estimated swim time**

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    ABOVE – Swim Course Video

     

    BIKE COURSE

    See bike course links above. The Sprint distance is a 19k out-and-back and the Standard distance a 41.4k loop.

    The Run Course

    The run course is a one loop course for the Sprint and a two loop course for the Standard distance.

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    1st Avenue is a one way street, runners will be running the same direction as vehicle traffic. Athletes participating in the Sprint distance will run around the corner at the end of 1st Avenue and proceed through the finish chute and Standard distance athletes will turn left for their second loop just before the end of 1st Avenue and return to the Lakeshore path and head out for a second lap.

    Running down 1st Avenue and headed towards the Finish!

  • Event Schedule

    SCHEDULE – 2026

    SATURDAY, SEPT 19TH

    12:00-5:00 pm        Package Pick Up at Main Beach

    12:00-5:00 pm        Optional Bike Check-In at Main Beach

    5:00 pm                  Athlete Briefing

     

    SUNDAY, SEPT 20th   

    6:00 am                 Transition Opens

    6:00 – 7:30am      Package Pick Up at Main Beach

    7:45 am                 Transition Closes (cleared of Athletes)

    7:55 am                 Pre-Race Briefing at Swim Start (Sprint)

    8:00 am                 SPRINT RACE START

    8:12 am                 Pre-Race Briefing at Duathlon Start (Duathlon)

    8:15 am                 DUATHLON RACE START (1st Ave)

    8:17 am                 Pre-Race Briefing at Swim Start (Standard)

    8:22 am                 STANDARD RACE START (Individual + Relay + Aquabike)

    8:30 am                 Pre-Race Briefing at Swim Start (Aquathlon)

    8:35 am                 AQUATHLON RACE START

    10:45 am               Transition Opens for Bike Removal (PLAN ACCORDINGLY)

    12:30 pm               Awards at Main Beach – Adjacent to Finish Line 

    1:30 pm                Transition – CLOSED All Bikes + Gear MUST BE REMOVED from Transition

     

  • Where is Cultus Lake?

    Cultus Lake is located about 15 minutes from downtown Chilliwack and is 100 km (60 miles) from Vancouver.

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    Driving Directions to Cultus Lake
    Cultus Lake is located in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, Canada 15 KM South of Highway One, between the cities of Abbotsford and Chilliwack, BC.
    When traveling East from Vancouver along Highway 1, take exit 104 which is between the cities of Abbotsford and Chilliwack. This route will take you through Yarrow to Cultus Lake. Just follow signs to Cultus Lake. Cultus is approximately 90 minutes drive from Vancouver, 20 minutes East of Abbotsford, BC and minutes from Chilliwack City centre – and 2 1/2 hours NE of Seattle WA
    When traveling West towards Vancouver take exit 119 at Sardis. Cultus is approximately 3 hours west of Okanagan Valley and 12-16 hours west of Calgary.
    Border Crossing
    The closest border crossing is the Huntington Border on Highway 11 between Abbotsford and Sumas, 3km south from Exit 92 of Highway 1. Other crossings are at Aldergrove (Highway 13), not open 24 hours, and the Peace Arch border, south of Vancouver on Highway 99. For updated travel information, please visit Drive BC.

    Cultus Lake Cabins

    The Park has cabins located next to and across from the Parks Board office.

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    Sunnyside Campground

    Sunnyside Campground is a family oriented campground on the shores of Cultus Lake.   It is just down the shore from our race site and sits on 65 treed acres and is operated by Cultus Lake Park. Bring your camper, RV or simply tent close to the lake and the race venue.
    Reservations:  1-604-858-5253

    Sunnyside Campground Photo

    Tourist Information/ Accommodations

    Click on the Tourism Chilliwack logo below for accommodation listings, entertainment information, dining out or any local area info you may need. Please feel free to call the Visitor Information Center if you have any questions or need any help finding accommodations, maps etc.

    Chilliwack Visitor Information Centre

    44150 Luckakuck Way
    Chilliwack, British Columbia
    Canada V2R 4A7
    Phone: 604-858-8121
    Toll-free: 1-800-567-9335
    info@tourismchilliwack.com

  • 2022 RESULTS

    SPRINT RESULTS
    STANDARD RESULTS
    STANDARD RELAY RESILTS
    HALF IRON RESULTS
    HALF IRON RELAY RESULTS
    AQUABIKE RESULTS

    2019 RESULTS

    SPRINT RESULTS
    STANDARD RESULTS
    STANDARD RELAY RESILTS
    HALF IRON RESULTS
    HALF IRON RELAY RESULTS
    AQUABIKE RESULTS

    2018 RESULTS

    SPRINT RESULTS
    STANDARD RESULTS
    STANDARD RELAY RESULTS
    HALF IRON RESULTS
    HALF IRON RELAY RESULTS
    AQUABIKE RESULTS

     

    2017 RESULTS (September)

    SPRINT RESULTS
    STANDARD RESULTS
    STANDARD RELAY RESULTS
    HALF IRON RESULTS
    HALF IRON RELAY RESULTS
    AQUABIKE RESULTS

     

    2017 RESULTS (June)

    SPRINT RESULTS
    STANDARD RESULTS
    STANDARD RELAY RESULTS

     

    2016 & 2015 Results can be found here: RACE RESULTS

    Results from 2013 & prior can be found here: RACE RESULTS

    2015 Race Photos – Click on the Logo below:
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We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

 

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