USA TRIATHLON 2026 NEW JERSEY STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS – WONDERS TRIATHLON
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Race the Best. Rise Above the Rest. The official 2026 USA Triathlon NJ State Championships at Swartswood State Park, Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Race Your Way to Nationals
Top 35% qualify for the 2027 USA Triathlon National Championships.
Open to athletes from any state, not just New Jersey residents. Earn a qualifying slot in the Sprint or Olympic Triathlon by finishing in the top 35% of your 5-year age group.
Chase a Qualifying SlotWhy Athletes Are Registering
- Official USA Triathlon NJ State Championship
- Top 35% per 5-year age group qualify for 2027 Nationals
- Olympic, Sprint, Super Sprint, Aquabike, Duathlon, Relay & Kids
- Crystal-clear lake swim at Swartswood State Park
- One of the fastest, flattest courses in Northern NJ
- Limited edition championship swag and custom finisher medal
Race Overview
The crown jewel of Northeast triathlon.
Welcome to the USA Triathlon New Jersey State Championships hosted at the stunning Wonders Triathlon, where competition meets the breathtaking scenery of Swartswood State Park. Race one of the fastest, flattest courses in Northern New Jersey on beautifully designed swim, bike and run routes that showcase the natural beauty of the state. Compete for more than just a title: 35% of each 5-year age group will qualify for the 2027 USA Triathlon Nationals (regardless of what state you're from).
Why This Course
Built for fast times and ideal racing.
One of the fastest courses in Northern New Jersey, raced in cooler September conditions that reward weeks of summer training.
Fast course
- One of the fastest courses in Northern New Jersey
- Bike loop only 716 ft elevation gain (Sprint: 1 loop / 716 ft, Olympic: 2 loops / 1,432 ft)
- Run loops: Sprint only 217 ft elevation gain, Olympic only 490 ft elevation gain
Qualification opportunity
- Olympic & Sprint Triathlons
- 35% of participants qualify for USA Triathlon National Championships
- Open to athletes from any state
September conditions
- Cooler temperatures
- Ideal racing conditions
- Reduced summer heat and humidity
Race Categories
Seven races. One championship weekend.
Pick your distance. Each category has its own dedicated page with course maps, start times, awards and registration details.
Athlete Reviews
Testimonials: Ready Set Go Adventures.
Straight from athletes on Facebook, where Ready Set Go Adventures holds a 92% recommendation rating across 21 reviews.
"David runs amazing events. From the Wednesday Wonders to his various off road tris. It's amazing to see the events and turn out get better and better every time."
Alex Binkley
Facebook review
"Competed in August Wednesday Wonders Triathlon. Such a nice laid back atmosphere and super short course length was fun! Dave and his team put on a great race with plenty of positive energy and encouraging vibes for all."
Lindsay Wyglendowski
Facebook review
"Ready Set Go Adventures runs the best races! Venues are great and everything is well organized. Sign up for one of the many races left this year!"
Janine Uszenski
Facebook review
Schedule
One-day race event.
Packet pickup the evening before, every race start, awards, and post-race party happen on Saturday, September 19.
Packet Pickup
Pre-race packet pickup from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Location TBD.
Packet Pickup & Transition Opens
Race-morning check-in, body-marking, and bike rack at Swartswood State Park.
Olympic Triathlon, Aquabike & Team Relay start
Long-course waves roll out from the Swartswood Lake beach.
Duathlon start
Run, Bike, Run wave departs from the run start corral.
Sprint Triathlon start (Adult & High School)
Combined Adult and High School Sprint waves.
Super Sprint Triathlon & Kids 13-14 start
Shared Super Sprint course for adults and the 13-14 age group.
Kids 11-12 Triathlon start
200m swim, 13K bike, 3K run.
Kids 7-10 Triathlon start
100m swim, 6K bike, 2K run.
Kids Duathlon 7-12 start
Run, Bike, Run for young multisport athletes.
Olympic Tri, Aquabike & Duo Awards
Long-course podium and USAT state-champion recognition.
Kids Tri & SuperSprint Awards
Age-group medals for the kids' fields and Super Sprint.
Sprint Awards
Adult and High School Sprint podium, plus USAT state-champion recognition.
Who Should Race
Built for every kind of triathlete.
Whether it's your first start line or your shot at Nationals, there's a race here designed for you.
First-Time Triathletes
Try Super Sprint or Sprint distances in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.
Nationals Hopefuls
Olympic & Sprint racers compete for top-35% qualifying slots to 2027 USAT Nationals.
Sprint Specialists
Fast, flat course built for personal bests in cool September conditions.
Olympic Distance Racers
Two-loop bike and run on one of the fastest courses in Northern NJ.
Youth Athletes
The longest running Kids Triathlon in New Jersey since 2019, with age-appropriate distances for ages 7-14.
Tri Clubs & Relays
Bring your crew for relay glory and club bragging rights.
Registration
Lock in your spot.
Pricing tiers step up as race day approaches. Register early on TriReg to lock in the best rate.
| Race | Launch May 17 | Early May 20 | Regular Jul 1 | Late Sep 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic NJ State Championships | $150 | $170 | $185 | $200 | Register → |
| Sprint NJ State Championships | $135 | $150 | $165 | $180 | Register → |
| High School Sprint State Championships | $105 | $115 | $125 | $135 | Register → |
| Olympic Team Relay (Team of 3) | $180 | $200 | $220 | $240 | |
| Olympic Aquabike | $140 | $155 | $170 | $185 | Register → |
| Duathlon | $130 | $145 | $160 | $175 | Register → |
| SuperSprint | $85 | $95 | $105 | $115 | Register → |
| Kids Triathlon | $70 | $80 | $85 | $90 | Register → |
Gallery
Race day, captured.
Venue
Swartswood State Park
About 75 minutes from Manhattan and 2 hours from Philadelphia. On-site parking at Swartswood State Park in Sussex County, NJ, one of the most scenic road-triathlon venues in the Northeast.
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Challenge yourself at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Triathlon @ Wonders Triathlon – Olympic Distance, set in the stunning Swartswood State Park. The race kicks off with a 1,500-meter swim (2 x 750M) in the calm, clear waters of Swartswood Lake, known for its natural beauty and peaceful setting. Athletes will then take on a 40K bike course featuring a scenic ride with exclusive access to the quiet, rolling roads surrounding Highland Lake. The race finishes with a 10K run on a mix of paved and gravel roads, winding through a majestic forest. Finish strong and join us for our post race Beach party.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 7:30 AMOlympic Triathlon start
- Sat 10:30 AMAwards
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Age group divisions: <19, 20-24, 25-29 ... through 80+. Top 35% in each age group qualifies for the 2027 USA Triathlon National Championships. Age group is determined by your age as of December 31, 2026.
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Challenge yourself at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Triathlon @ Wonders Triathlon – Sprint Distance, set in the stunning Swartswood State Park. The race kicks off with a 750-meter swim in the calm, clear waters of Swartswood Lake, known for its natural beauty and peaceful setting. Athletes will then take on a 22K bike course featuring a scenic ride with exclusive access to the quiet, rolling roads surrounding Highland Lake. The race finishes with a 5K run on a mix of dirt packed double wide trails and paved roads winding through a majestic forest. Finish strong and join us for our post race Beach party.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 9:00 AMSprint Triathlon start
- Sat 11:15 AMAwards
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Age group divisions: <19, 20-24, 25-29 ... through 80+. Top 35% in each age group qualifies for the 2027 USA Triathlon National Championships. Age group is determined by your age as of December 31, 2026.
Sign Up Now
Challenge yourself at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey High School State Championship @ Wonders Triathlon – Sprint Distance, set in the stunning Swartswood State Park. The race kicks off with a 750-meter swim in the calm, clear waters of Swartswood Lake, known for its natural beauty and peaceful setting. Athletes will then take on a 22K bike course featuring a scenic ride with exclusive access to the quiet, rolling roads surrounding Highland Lake. The race finishes with a 5K run on a mix of dirt packed double wide trails and paved roads winding through a majestic forest. Finish strong and join us for our post race Beach party.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 9:00 AMHigh School Sprint start
- Sat 11:15 AMAwards
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Division: High School. Top finishers earn New Jersey High School State Championship recognition from USA Triathlon.
Want more information on high school triathlon?
Check Out USA Triathlon's High School Program
Run, Bike, Run at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Championships @ Wonders Triathlon. Start with a 3K run, transition onto a 22K bike featuring exclusive access to the quiet, rolling roads surrounding Highland Lake, then finish with a 10K run through majestic forest trails and paved roads back to the beach.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 8:00 AMDuathlon start
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Age group divisions: <19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Sign Up Now
Challenge yourself at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Triathlon @ Wonders Triathlon – Super Sprint Distance, set in the stunning Swartswood State Park. The race kicks off with a 400-meter swim in the calm, clear waters of Swartswood Lake, followed by a 13K bike and a 3K run — a fast, beginner-friendly distance perfect for a first triathlon or a personal-best attempt.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 9:30 AMSuper Sprint start (with Kids 13-14)
- Sat 10:50 AMAwards
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Age group divisions: <19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Sign Up Now
Swim and bike, no run. The Olympic Aquabike at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Championships @ Wonders Triathlon features a 1,500-meter swim (2 x 750M) in Swartswood Lake followed by a 43K bike through the quiet, rolling roads surrounding Highland Lake — the same swim and bike course as the Olympic Triathlon, without the run.
Course Maps
Schedule
- Fri 5-7 PMPacket pickup
- Sat 6:00 AMTransition opens
- Sat 7:30 AMStart (with Olympic field)
- Sat 10:30 AMAwards
Prizes & Divisions
Medals for all finishers. Age group divisions: <19, 20-24, 25-29 ... through 80+.
Sign Up Now
The longest-running Kids Triathlon in New Jersey, since 2019. Age-appropriate swim, bike and run distances for ages 7 through 14, at the 2026 USA Triathlon New Jersey State Championships @ Wonders Triathlon.
Course Maps by Age Group
Schedule
- Sat 9:30 AMAges 13-14 start
- Sat 10:00 AMAges 11-12 start
- Sat 10:15 AMAges 7-10 start
- Sat 10:50 AMAwards
