Giant Acorn Triathlon

The Giant Acorn Triathlon Festival, held at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia, features both Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons. The Olympic race includes a 1.5k swim, 24.6-mile bike, and 10k run, while the Sprint race consists of a 750m swim, 15.5-mile bike, and 5k run. The event offers individual, collegiate-only, aquabike, and relay categories.

The course boasts a sandy beach time trial swim start in refreshing low-70s freshwater, rolling country roads for biking, and a run course entirely within the scenic state park. Spectators enjoy stadium-style seating overlooking the swim, run, and finish line. The park also offers family-friendly amenities like trails, a playground, and a swimming beach. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.