Gates Of Yellowstone Triathlon
About this race
Experience the Gates of Yellowstone Triathlon: Our Second Year of Unforgettable Challenges in the Heart of Wyoming!
Join us for the highly anticipated second year of the Gates of Yellowstone Triathlon, where we introduce a new Half distance alongside our beloved Sprint and Olympic distances. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Buffalo Bill Reservoir and the stunning Shoshone National Forest, this USAT-certified event is a must-attend for triathletes from across the region.
Whether you’re an experienced competitor or tackling your first triathlon, the Gates of Yellowstone provides a challenging yet rewarding experience while immersing you in the unparalleled beauty of the American West. This year, we’re excited to offer three race distances:
Sprint: 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run
Olympic: 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Half Distance: 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
The race will kick off with a refreshing swim in the cool waters of the Buffalo Bill Reservoir, surrounded by awe-inspiring mountain vistas. From there, the bike course will take you through the rolling hills and expansive landscapes of the South Fork Valley, providing both thrilling challenges and scenic rewards. Finally, conclude your race with a picturesque run on a semi-flat course, offering panoramic views of the reservoir alongside the majestic peaks of the Shoshone National Forest.
Join us for the Gates of Yellowstone Triathlon, where natural beauty meets athletic excellence. With the region's stunning landscapes as your backdrop and the excitement of a USAT-certified event, this is a triathlon experience you won’t want to miss!
Pick your distance
Triathlon
Half Distance
Olympic Distance
1500 meter swim 40k (25 mile) bike 10k (6.2 mile) run
Sprint Distance
500 meter swim 20k (12.4 mile) bike 5k (3.1 mile) run
Olympic Relay
Typical race-day weather
Based on 4 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Cody, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:03 AM and sets at 8:41 PM local time (MDT) in Cody on August 1, 2026 — 14h 38m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Gates Of Yellowstone Triathlon
82 finishers across 4 distances · leading places in the Half Distance
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Hofstra | 4:36:06 | — |
| 2 | Kinley Bollinger | 4:58:15 | — |
| 3 | Phillip Wulf | 5:33:54 | — |
| 4 | Byron Walsh | 6:41:44 | — |
| 5 | Sarina Cusumano | 6:59:08 | — |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 11 Cody events
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