Hyannis 1 Triathlon
About the race
Join experienced race veterans and triathlon newcomers alike for a true Cape Cod tradition: the Hyannis Triathlon. Along with its sister race in September, this is the longest-running triathlon in the East.
The location is the scenic Craigville Beach, about 20 minutes from the bridge over the Cape Cod canal. The swim, bike and run courses are suitable for experienced athletes as well as fitness enthusiasts who have trained for the distances. The race features special categories for elites, age groupers, first-timers, and family and friends who wish to race together. We are also proud to host New England's largest triathlon relay team competition.
Train for the June race, then test yourself again at the Hyannis 2 race in early September.
After all these years, the accolades still continue:
Courses & distances
Individual Sprint
Legs: Swim 1/4 mile · Bike 10.2 miles · Run 3.6 miles
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:30 AM
Swim: 1/4 mile
A sandy, waist-deep start at Craigville Beach (expect temps mid-70s). The course is rectangular in shape (approx 150 yards between the two turns). Wave conditions over the years have ranged from glass-calm to a moderate chop; never “big surf” in the protected waters of Nantucket Sound.
Bike: 10.2 miles
The “rolling hills” course is a shade over 10 miles: first entering the historic village of Centerville, then winding out to the villages of Osterville and Wianno before returning along a beachside road to Craigville Beach. Single loop; and no duplication of any stretch of road!
Run: 3.6 miles
The athletes head off toward Hyannisport, with a quarter-mile flat run evolving into a gradual climb for a quarter-mile, then a gentle rolling grade until the last mile which is a gentle downhill grade. A water stop is staffed by enthusiastic volunteers at the midpoint of the 3.6-mile run.
Individual Olympic
Legs: Swim 0.9 mile · Bike approx 24 miles · Run approx 6.2 miles
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:00 AM
Swim: 0.9 mile
A sandy, waist-deep start at Craigville Beach (expect temps in the upper 60s or low 70s). Two loops extending beyond the Sprint course buoys in a rectangular shape. Athletes will make continuous loops (staying in the water) until the end of the swim.
Bike: approx 24 miles
The Olympic distance bicycle route will mirror the Sprint course with the exception of an additional loop starting in the village of Centerville and extending into Osterville.
Run: approx 6.2 miles
The Olympic distance run route will mirror the Sprint course with the exception of an additional loop.
Sprint Relay Team
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:30 AM
Olympic Relay Team
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:00 AM
Sprint Aquabike
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:30 AM
Olympic Aquabike
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:00 AM
Sprint Duathlon
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:30 AM
Olympic Aquathlon
Starts: Sat, Jun 19 · 7:00 AM
Accolades
- Named one of the 20 Best Triathlons in the Nation by Men's Health magazine (2016)
- Named one of The Most Amazing Triathlons to Do in the USA by The Culture Trip (2017)
- Voted one of the Top 5 Small Races Worldwide by the Triathlete's Choice Awards (2018)
Course distances
Sprint course
- Swim: 1/4 mile
- Bike: 10.2 miles
- Run: 3.6 miles
Olympic course
- Swim: 0.9 mile
- Bike: 20 miles
- Run: 6.2 miles
Duathlon course
- Run 1: 1.4 miles
- Bike: 10.2 miles
- Run 2: 3.6 miles
Sprint aquabike
- Swim: 1/4 mile
- Bike: 10.2 miles
Olympic aquabike
- Swim: 0.9 mile
- Bike: 20 miles
Aquathlon course
- Swim: 0.9 mile
- Run: 6.2 miles
Tri It Your Way (virtual category)
Tri It Your Way works as follows. No problem!
- Pick your triathlon activities. You can either swim the 400 yards or choose another activity to do for 10 minutes. The bike needs to be at least 10 miles and the run at least a 5K. You may go over, but not under.
- Safety first. Take all safety precautions when swimming, biking and running. Do not swim alone and follow all the rules of the road or trail.
- Record each activity with your watch, phone or bike computer.
- Document your tri. Photos of you "racing" or stopping for a selfie mid-run are welcome. Dogs, kids, partners and friends (socially distanced, of course) are encouraged to join in.
- Post your "race" data and pictures on the event page, or email them to [email protected].
USAT sanctioned event
Results will count toward national and regional rankings. All USAT rules and regulations apply. Racers are subject to time penalties or disqualification for infractions of USAT rules.
You must have either an annual or 1-day (Bronze) USA Triathlon membership to race in any USAT-sanctioned event. Non-USAT members must purchase a one-day event insurance license from USA Triathlon.
- Sprint: $14.99
- Olympic: $24.99
- Relay team member: $9
- Youth: $10
Massachusetts state championship
This is a 2026 USA Triathlon State Championships Ranking Point Event. Residents of Massachusetts can earn points which, combined with results in other qualifying races, will be totaled by USA Triathlon at the end of 2026.
You must participate in at least three qualifying races to be eligible for State Champion.
Cancellation policy
The course
Location
City insight: Centerville
Centerville is one of the seven villages of the Town of Barnstable, Massachusetts, on the south side of Cape Cod. It is mostly residential, with a small business district and several notable beaches, including Craigville Beach in the Craigville neighbourhood. The village has its own public library and the Centerville Historical Museum, and its Historic District is a local landmark. It was originally named Chequaquet, meaning pleasant harbor.
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