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Sunset Lake Triathlon #

Bridgeton, New Jersey
Sunset Lake Triathlon # official race logo - running event in Bridgeton, New Jersey
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Bridgeton, New Jersey
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
9 Events: 33.15 Miles, 18.11 Miles, 26 Miles, 33.15 Miles, 16.36 Miles, 13.25 Miles, 3.36 Miles, 18.11 Miles, 16.36 Miles

About Sunset Lake Triathlon #

**THE WATER TEMP AS OF FRIDAY AFTERNOON WAS 73 DEGREES**

Come join us as we bring back a classic race to Sunset Lake.  This race was a staple of the South Jersey triathlon scene for many years.  Maybe you participated in this event in the past or maybe you always wanted to but didn't get a chance. Either way you won't want to miss out on this race.  The swim and run portions of this event take place in and around Bridgeton Park and the Cohanzick Zoo on paved trails and closed roads.   The bike portion takes place on scenic country roads. 

The bike course is heavily monitored by police and will be on partially closed with only limited local traffic. 

The run course is on paved trails and closed roads. 

**Not a triathlete but enjoy cycling? This event has a bike only option**

New For 2025

We are excited to announce that we will have Gradient Bike Shop on site. Gradient Bike Shop is a mobile bike shop and they will be at our events offering their services as bike mechanic to you free of charge.
We will have NovaCare Rehabilitation on site offering pre and postrace stretching and massages. 
 
This event is part of the DQ Events Grand Prix and DQ Events Club Challenge. 
You are scored for an overall placement, an age group placement, and for finishing the event. At the end of the series there will be prizes for free entries into 2024 and more! Kayak and Non-Multisport events do not gain points.
To be scored in the Grand Prix all you have to do is place in the Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!
To be scored in the Club Challenge you need to select your club during registration and then place in Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!
Please click the links above to learn more.
 
DISTANCES
Triathlon Distances
Sprint: 1/4 Mile Swim , 13 mile Bike, & 5k run
Olympic: 1500 Meter Swim, 26 Mile Bike & 10k  Run (2 Loops) 
Duathlon Distances
2 mile Run, 13 Mile Bike, & 5k Run
Aquabike Distances
1/4 mile Swim & 13 mile Bike
Swim/Run Distances
1/4 mile Swim & 5k Run
Bike Only 
26 mile Time Trial Start
AWARDS
No double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc.
Triathlon Awards & Divisions
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division
* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division.
Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Duathlon Awards & Divisions
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over**
If there are less than 50 registrants as of June 22, age groups will be in 10-year increments
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division
* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division.
Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Aquabike Awards
Overall: Top 5 Male & Female Overall Individual
Race Day Schedule
  • 6:00 am - Parking opens (parking is at the high school about 1/2 mile from transition) 51 West Ave N, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
  • 6:30am - Packet Pickup opens 
  • 7:50am - Pre Race meeting
  • 8:00am  - Race Starts
 
USAT INFORMATION
This is a USAT Sanctioned event. All participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of the event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines.
Membership Types (click for more information)
  • Bronze: One Day Membership
  • Silver: Annual Membership w/ Benefits
  • Gold: Annual Membership w/ Expanded Benefits
  • Platinum: Annual Membership w/ Premium Benefits
Common Rules and Information
  • ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS!
  • Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID
  • Annual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event.
  • You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCard
  • Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.
  • No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athlete
  • Headphones are prohibited
  • No riding in transition at any time
  • Helmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg.
  • Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.
Sunset Lake Triathlon #**THE WATER TEMP AS OF FRIDAY AFTERNOON WAS 73 DEGREES** Come join us as we bring back a classic race to Sunset Lake.  This race was a staple of the South Jersey triathlon scene for many years.  Maybe you participated in this event in the past or maybe you always wanted to but didn't get a chance. Either way you won't want to miss out on this race.  The swim and run portions of this event take place in and around Bridgeton Park and the Cohanzick Zoo on paved trails and closed roads.   The bike portion takes place on scenic country roads.  The bike course is heavily monitored by police and will be on partially closed with only limited local traffic.  The run course is on paved trails and closed roads.  **Not a triathlete but enjoy cycling? This event has a bike only option** New For 2025 We are excited to announce that we will have Gradient Bike Shop on site. Gradient Bike Shop is a mobile bike shop and they will be at our events offering their services as bike mechanic to you free of charge. We will have NovaCare Rehabilitation on site offering pre and postrace stretching and massages.    This event is part of the DQ Events Grand Prix and DQ Events Club Challenge. You are scored for an overall placement, an age group placement, and for finishing the event. At the end of the series there will be prizes for free entries into 2024 and more! Kayak and Non-Multisport events do not gain points.To be scored in the Grand Prix all you have to do is place in the Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!To be scored in the Club Challenge you need to select your club during registration and then place in Overall, Age Group, or finish the race!Please click the links above to learn more.   DISTANCES Triathlon Distances Sprint: 1/4 Mile Swim , 13 mile Bike, & 5k run Olympic: 1500 Meter Swim, 26 Mile Bike & 10k  Run (2 Loops)  Duathlon Distances2 mile Run, 13 Mile Bike, & 5k Run Aquabike Distances1/4 mile Swim & 13 mile Bike Swim/Run Distances 1/4 mile Swim & 5k Run Bike Only  26 mile Time Trial Start AWARDSNo double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc. Triathlon Awards & DivisionsOverall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division. Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team Duathlon Awards & DivisionsOverall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over** If there are less than 50 registrants as of June 22, age groups will be in 10-year increments Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division PC/ID Open*: Top 1 Male & Female Individual in the Physically Challenged/Intellectual Disability Open Division* You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale/Athena, or PC/ID Open division. Overall Non-Binary: Top 1 Non-Binary Overall Individual Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team Aquabike AwardsOverall: Top 5 Male & Female Overall Individual Race Day Schedule 6:00 am - Parking opens (parking is at the high school about 1/2 mile from transition) 51 West Ave N, Bridgeton, NJ 08302 6:30am - Packet Pickup opens  7:50am - Pre Race meeting 8:00am  - Race Starts   USAT INFORMATION This is a USAT Sanctioned event. All participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of the event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines. Membership Types (click for more information) Bronze: One Day Membership Silver: Annual Membership w/ Benefits Gold: Annual Membership w/ Expanded Benefits Platinum: Annual Membership w/ Premium Benefits Common Rules and Information ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS! Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID Annual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event. You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCard Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person. No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athlete Headphones are prohibited No riding in transition at any time Helmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg. Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.
Bridgeton, NJ

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 9 race distances available for Sunset Lake Triathlon # in Bridgeton, NJ. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Olympic Triathlon Relay

33.15 Miles
Distance
33.15 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Olympic Triathlon Relay

How long is the Olympic Triathlon Relay?
The Olympic Triathlon Relay covers 33.15 Miles.
What time does the Olympic Triathlon Relay start?
The Olympic Triathlon Relay starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Olympic Triathlon Relay?
Registration for the Olympic Triathlon Relay costs $0.00.
Where is the Olympic Triathlon Relay located?
The Olympic Triathlon Relay takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Duathlon Relay

18.11 Miles
Distance
18.11 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Duathlon Relay

How long is the Duathlon Relay?
The Duathlon Relay covers 18.11 Miles.
What time does the Duathlon Relay start?
The Duathlon Relay starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Duathlon Relay?
Registration for the Duathlon Relay costs $0.00.
Where is the Duathlon Relay located?
The Duathlon Relay takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Bike Only

26 Miles
Distance
26 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bike Only

How long is the Bike Only?
The Bike Only covers 26 Miles.
What time does the Bike Only start?
The Bike Only starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Bike Only?
Registration for the Bike Only costs $0.00.
Where is the Bike Only located?
The Bike Only takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Olympic Triathlon

33.15 Miles
Distance
33.15 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Sunset Lake Triathlon # Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Olympic Triathlon

How long is the Olympic Triathlon?
The Olympic Triathlon covers 33.15 Miles.
What time does the Olympic Triathlon start?
The Olympic Triathlon starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Olympic Triathlon?
Registration for the Olympic Triathlon costs $0.00.
Where is the Olympic Triathlon located?
The Olympic Triathlon takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Sprint Triathlon

16.36 Miles
Distance
16.36 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sprint Triathlon

How long is the Sprint Triathlon?
The Sprint Triathlon covers 16.36 Miles.
What time does the Sprint Triathlon start?
The Sprint Triathlon starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Sprint Triathlon?
Registration for the Sprint Triathlon costs $0.00.
Where is the Sprint Triathlon located?
The Sprint Triathlon takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

AquaBike

13.25 Miles
Distance
13.25 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about AquaBike

How long is the AquaBike?
The AquaBike covers 13.25 Miles.
What time does the AquaBike start?
The AquaBike starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the AquaBike?
Registration for the AquaBike costs $0.00.
Where is the AquaBike located?
The AquaBike takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Swim/Run

3.36 Miles
Distance
3.36 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swim/Run

How long is the Swim/Run?
The Swim/Run covers 3.36 Miles.
What time does the Swim/Run start?
The Swim/Run starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Swim/Run?
Registration for the Swim/Run costs $0.00.
Where is the Swim/Run located?
The Swim/Run takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Duathlon

18.11 Miles
Distance
18.11 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Bridgeton, NJ
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Sunset Lake Triathlon # Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Duathlon

How long is the Duathlon?
The Duathlon covers 18.11 Miles.
What time does the Duathlon start?
The Duathlon starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Duathlon?
Registration for the Duathlon costs $0.00.
Where is the Duathlon located?
The Duathlon takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Sprint Triathlon Relay

16.36 Miles
Distance
16.36 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Bridgeton, NJ
BridgetonNJ
Sunset Lake Triathlon # Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Sprint Triathlon Relay

How long is the Sprint Triathlon Relay?
The Sprint Triathlon Relay covers 16.36 Miles.
What time does the Sprint Triathlon Relay start?
The Sprint Triathlon Relay starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Sprint Triathlon Relay?
Registration for the Sprint Triathlon Relay costs $0.00.
Where is the Sprint Triathlon Relay located?
The Sprint Triathlon Relay takes place in Bridgeton, NJ.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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