Flight 2 Freedom Adventure Tri
Saturday, August 21, 2027
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Saturday, August 21, 2027
65330 Barkcamp Road
Belmont, OH
Saturday, August 21, 2027
65330 Barkcamp Road
Belmont, OH
ADVENTURE TRIATHLON Barkcamp State Park | Belmont, Ohio
TWO WAYS TO START. ONE GREAT ADVENTURE! KAYAK–BIKE–RUN or SWIM–BIKE–RUN
Looking for a triathlon with a little more adventure? Trade the pavement for scenic trails and experience a unique off-road challenge at beautiful Barkcamp State Park in Belmont, Ohio!
Choose your adventure — start with a kayak paddle or open-water swim, then tackle an off-road bike course before finishing with a scenic 5K trail run.
Whether you're an experienced multisport athlete or looking to try something new, this event brings together outdoor adventure, friendly competition, and a great cause.
Race for a Reason! This event proudly supports the Underground Railroad Museum in Flushing, Ohio, helping preserve and share an important part of American history.
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
OPTION 1: KAYAK–BIKE–RUN
🛶 1,500-Meter Kayak 🚵 8-Mile Off-Road Bike 🏃 5K Trail Run Start Time: 8:00 AM
OPTION 2: SWIM–BIKE–RUN
🏊 500-Meter Open-Water Swim 🚵 8-Mile Off-Road Bike 🏃 5K Trail Run Start Time: 8:15 AM
The kayak event starts first, allowing paddlers to clear the shared water course before swimmers begin. Water safety personnel will be on the lake to monitor both events.
EXPERIENCE THE COURSE KAYAK OR SWIM — YOUR CHOICE!
Start your adventure on the scenic waters of Barkcamp State Park! Choose between a 500-meter open-water swim or a 1,500-meter kayak paddle before heading out on the bike course.
🛶 KAYAK — 1,500 METERS
Enjoy a scenic paddle across the lake. All kayak participants must bring their own kayak, paddle, and properly fitted life jacket.
🏊 SWIM — 500 METERS
Take on a 500-meter open-water swim in the beautiful waters of Barkcamp Lake. Bring your swim goggles and get ready to make a splash! Flotation devices, flotation belts, fins, and other swimming aids are not permitted.
BIKE — 8 MILES OF OFF-ROAD FUN! Leave the pavement behind and enjoy an 8-mile ride on hard-packed trails featuring natural terrain, elevation changes, and potentially muddy sections. Mountain bikes or other off-road-capable bikes are strongly recommended. Road bikes are not suitable for this course. All participants must wear a properly fastened bicycle helmet. RUN — FINISH STRONG ON THE TRAILS! Complete your adventure with a scenic 5K trail run through Barkcamp State Park. Enjoy the natural surroundings, embrace the challenge, and celebrate your finish!
SHARE THE ADVENTURE — RELAY TEAMS WELCOME! Don't want to tackle all three segments yourself? Grab a friend or two and compete as a 2- or 3-person relay team!
How Relay Registration Works:
The first team member registers, creates and names the relay team, and pays the full team entry fee. Additional team members register and join the existing team. No additional registration fee is charged to the remaining team members. It's a great opportunity for friends, families, and teammates to share the adventure!
AWARDS & RECOGNITION Awards will be presented to the Top Overall Male and Female Finishers in each individual race:
Kayak–Bike–Run: 1st Overall Male & Female Swim–Bike–Run: 1st Overall Male & Female
MORE THAN A RACE — AN ADVENTURE WITH PURPOSE! Challenge yourself, explore the outdoors, and support the important work of the Underground Railroad Museum.
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE. EMBRACE THE TRAILS. RACE FOR A REASON!
12 mi
11.4 mi