Black Squirrel Triathlon
About this race
The Black Squirrel is a great race for any age and ability on a flat and fast course on Lake Manawa. The race starts and ends at Lake Manawa Beach. The Swim course is a clockwise course straight out from the beach and back. The Bike Course consists of two complete clockwise loops of the lake. The Run Course exits the transition area and uses portions of the paved trail and adjacent streets. All participants registered by April 12th will receive a finisher medal! Awards for the Top 3 overall males and females ages 15 and above. Top 3 individuals in each 5 year Age Group on both male and females. Awards also for the top 3 relay teams. Top overall award for Aquabike male and female.
The Black Squirrel Triathlon brings an exciting 25.8K, 5.8K, Half-Marathon to Council Bluffs, Iowa on May 17, 2026. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Pick your distance
Triathlon
Black Squirrel Sprint Triathlon Individual
Swim 750m, Bike 20K, Run 5k as an individual.
Black Squirrel Triathlon Relay Team
You may have 2 or 3 members on a relay team. All men, All women, or mixed.
Swimrun
Black Squirrel Triathlon SwimRun/Aquathon
Swim and Run Only race option. This means you finish the swim, enter the transition, and complete the run portion.
Aquabike
Black Squirrel Triathlon - Aquabike Individual
Each participant must complete the swim and bike portion only. You must complete the bike portion by racking your bike in your spot and exiting the transition area at the run out side and cross the finish line in order to finish the race.
Weather Overview
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About Council Bluffs
Black Squirrel Triathlon takes place in Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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