Falmouth Triathlon

Swim: A sandy start at Falmouth’s gorgeous Surf Drive Beach. The water temperature has never been lower than 72, but never so high as to force a ban on wetsuits. The course follows the shoreline — never more than 50 yards offshore — and is carefully lifeguarded by the stars of the Town of Falmouth’s lifeguarding staff. Wave conditions over the years have ranged from glass-calm to a slight chop; never “big surf” in the protected waters of Vineyard Sound.

Bike: Your bike ride alternates between flat and moderately hilly as you work your way toward the main campus of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Ride through the scientific research complex, then follow quiet narrow roads into the village of Woods Hole. Next, a highlight of your ride will be a short climb to a coastal bluff to pass the spectacular Nobska Lighthouse. The remaining three miles are either downhill or flat to the finish.

Run: After you rack your bicycle at Surf Drive Beach, you will begin a flat run along well-paved roads past stately historic homes and quaint beach cottages — with glimpses of Falmouth Harbor and Vineyard Sound. Two aid stations (offering both water and fluid replacement drink) along the way. Motor vehicle traffic is sharply limited by the Falmouth Police, and hundreds of cheering spectators will greet you back at the finish line!

Saturday, July 10th - 4:30-6:30 pm: Packet pick-up will be held at the Mullen-Hall School, 130 Katharine Lee Bates Rd, Falmouth. NOT AT THE RACE SITE! Don’t forget your ID and proof of USAT coverage (physical card, digital card, receipt). Packet pick-up will also be the morning of the event — at the race start at Surf Drive Beach.

THE ENDURANCE RACE THAT’S ALMOST A BEACH PARTY
It’s a rite of summer on Cape Cod: an endurance event that attracts not only local triathletes but also visitors from across the nation and the world (28 U.S. states, 7 nations represented last year!). Join a very festive — yet still competitive — atmosphere at the 2027 Falmouth Sprint Triathlon.

This race is unique for its warm salt-water swim, a scenic bike ride that climbs to the majestic Nobska Point Light, and a flat 5k run through a picturesque coastal New England community.

With multiple race categories (including a relay teams group) covering everyone from the accomplished triathlete to the casual newcomer, the 34-year-old Falmouth Triathlon is a wonderful day for everyone!

CRITICAL PARKING INFORMATION: There will be NO parking allowed at race site OR on Falmouth’s Main Street. Primary parking sites will be the Mullen School, Lawrence School and Falmouth Marine Park (all less than one mile from venue). All competitors will receive an athlete’s guide prior to the event with essential parking information. Additionally, police and staff will be posted at all entrances to the race venue, blocking access by vehicles and directing you to approved parking lots. Two police vehicles will patrol Main Street. Cooperation by all is critical to the continued approval of this event by the town.