Join us for the 5th Annual Crystal Lake Aquathon
Sunday, August 7, 2022
Open Water Swim DUO Join us for two open water swimming events that are offering you a 15% discount/event when you register for both! Crystal Lake Aquathon on Sunday, August 7 and the Lake Michigan Swim for ALS Research is Saturday, August 13 held at Tower Road Beach in Winnetka.
CLAquathon discount offers swim/run distances of: a 500 meter swim followed by a 5K run, OR a 1 mile swim with a 10K run OR for just swimmers, a 2 mile swim. (Relays are not offered.)
Swim Lake Michigan for ALS Research offers a variety of distances for swimmers: 750 meters, 1500 meters, 1.2 miles, 2.4 miles and 3.1 mile. CLICK HERE FOR THE DUO
Timed Races
-1 Mile Swim - NEW THIS YEAR! We are offering a 1-mile swim only. Please note the 1-mile swim does not include awards but is timed.
The swim portion takes place in a modified quarry (swim around 3 islands!), and the run is on a combination of trail, sand, and pavement. Wet suits will be allowed if it is below 78 degrees (decision to be made by City of Crystal Lake staff based on water temperature).
Kids' Race
The Kids' Race is perfect for anyone ages 7-12 that would like to try the Aquathon but needs a shorter distance. It includes a 250m swim and a 1 mile run. Swag is included, along with a swim cap. All Kids' Race participants will receive a finisher's medal however there are no awards. Lifeguards and a swim angel will be in the water with the swimmers for safety and encouragement. There is a relay option, so if your child wants to partner with a friend, it's a great way for them to compete together!
Adaptive Race
The Adaptive Race will be a one mile swim only. Swimmers will be allowed physical support from their own family/friends only for protection of the racers and volunteers and may use adaptive equipment in the water as needed.
Course Maps
Start Line
Swim Course Map
Kids Swim Course Map
Run Course Map
Kids Run Course Map
Awards and Celebrations
At the completion of the race, we will celebrate with a post-race party overlooking Three Oaks. Food and beverages will be provided. Food for participants only!! We will have an award ceremony this year!!! Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place for the sprint, olympic, and 2-mile swim. There will be no awards for the kids, adaptive, relay races or 1 mile swim.
Stay after to enjoy all that Three Oaks has to offer: swimming, sailboat and paddle board rentals, scuba diving, children's playground/splash park, volleyball, fishing, and fun in the sun!
Finisher Medals for all racers! Finishers will enjoy a carabiner that also serves as a refreshment bottle opener! Enjoy that beverage, you deserve it!
2022 Race Swag
Enjoy this food storage container, perfect for a picnic or lunch on the go! Don't worry about forgetting utensils, it even comes with it's own fork and spoon! Added feature: collapsible for easy storage when not in use.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick up will be occurring at the following three times:
Friday 8/5 3:00pm - 6:00pm at Smith Physical Therapy and Running Academy
(110 W. Woodstock Street - enter on the west/left side of the building where you will see a ramp and blue awning)
*Please note, you will still be required to check-in on race day to receive your timing chip.
Saturday 8/6 9:00am-12:00pm at Smith Physical Therapy and Running Academy
(110 W. Woodstock Street - enter on the west/left side of the building where you will see a ramp and blue awning)
*Please note, you will still be required to check-in on race day to receive your timing chip.
Sunday, 8/7 6:00am-7:00am at Three Oaks Recreation Center (Race Site)
Other Notes:
Wetsuits: Wetsuits are allowed if the water temperature is 78 or lower.
Weather: In the event of inclement weather, the City of Crystal Lake’s Fire Department will be making the call to delay or cancel the race. At this time there is not a make-up date due to a shortage of lifeguards and there are no refunds.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Sprint Distance Aquathon Closed
Online registration closed-
500 meter swim and 5K run
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$65.00Mar 15 – Apr 26
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$70.00Apr 27 – Jun 17
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$75.00Jun 18 – Aug 5
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Olympic Distance Aquathon Closed
Online registration closed-
1 mile swim with 10k run
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$70.00Mar 15 – Apr 26
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$75.00Apr 27 – Jun 17
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$80.00Jun 18 – Aug 5
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2 Mile Swim Closed
Online registration closed-
SWIM Only
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$50.00Mar 15 – Apr 26
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$55.00Apr 27 – Jun 17
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$60.00Jun 18 – Aug 5
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Relay - Sprint Distance Aquathon Closed
Online registration closed-
Must sign up both relay members at time of registration; 500 meter swim with 5k run
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$110.00Mar 15 – Apr 26
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$130.00Apr 27 – Jun 17
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$140.00Jun 18 – Aug 5
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Relay - Olympic Distance Aquathon Closed
Online registration closed-
Must sign up both relay members at time of registration; 1 mile swim with 10k run
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$130.00Mar 15 – Apr 26
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$150.00Apr 27 – Jun 17
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$160.00Jun 18 – Aug 5
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Kids Race Closed
This event is for kids ages 7-13 that want to try the Aquathon but need a shorter distance (250 meters swim and a one mile run). Includes swag, medal, and a swim cap from Dolphin Swim Club. There are no awards for this race.
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$35.00Mar 15 - Aug 5
Kids Race - Relay Closed
This is for 2 children ages 7-13 to race together - one will swim 250 meters and the other will run 1 mile. These are not awarded however the racers will receive all the race swag!
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$35.00Mar 15 - Aug 5
Adaptive Swim Only (1 Mile) Closed
This timed, adaptive swim is for those needing assistance from their friends or family to enter or exit the water. Special adaptive swim gear may be worn if needed. Price includes finish line food, finisher's medal, and swag. There are no awards for this event.
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$50.00Mar 15 - Aug 5
1-Mile Swim Closed
This is for the 1-Mile swim only. This event is timed and the price includes finisher's medal, swag, and finish line food. There are no awards for this event.
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$50.00Mar 15 - Aug 5
Event schedule
- Sun, August 7, 2022 7:30 AM - Olympic Distance/Adaptive Race Start
- Sun, August 7, 2022 7:45 AM - Sprint Distance Start
- Sun, August 7, 2022 8:00 AM - Iron Distance Swim Only Start
- Sun, August 7, 2022 9:00 AM - Kids Race
- Sun, August 7, 2022 9:45 AM - Awards Ceremony
Contact information
- Event contact
- Race Director
- Phone
- +1 815-893-9075
- Website
- Visit website
