Crystal Lake Aquathon

Join us for the 4th Annual Crystal Lake Aquathon

Sunday, August 1, 2021

Timed Races

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 suites 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.

Awards and Celebrations

If allowed, we hope to be able to celebrate after with a mini post-race party overlooking Three Oaks. Food and beverages will be provided. No formal awards ceremony will take place; however awards will be given for overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd place for the sprint, olympic, and open swim. There will be no awards for the kids, adaptive, or relay races.

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!

For all races, current local and state COVID-19 policies and procedures will be in place. Only 200 spots are available for the race (with the exception of the Kids' Race).

Finisher Medals for Sprint Distance, Olympic Distance, and 2-Mile Swimmers (for racers over the age of 21). Design for Under 21 years coming soon!

Racer T-Shirts

(Female shirts - When ordering, please order 1-2 sizes larger due to tight fit or order unisex). You will not be guarantee a shirt size if registering after 7/14.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick up will be occurring at the following three times:

Friday 7/30 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 7/31 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, 8/1 6:00am-7:00am at Three Oaks Recreation Center (Race Site)