XTERRA Sleeping Giant 2025 returns on August 10, 2025, set in the spectacular natural surroundings of Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, just east of Thunder Bay. This high-energy event offers a variety of racing options including a Full Distance Triathlon (1.5 km swim, 26 km mountain bike, 10 km trail run), Sprint Triathlon (750 m swim, 15 km bike, 5 km run), Super Sprint, and a Full Distance Duathlon for those preferring run-bike-run formats. For trail runners, distances include a 25 km half marathon, 10 km, and 5 km, all traversing technical singletrack and forested lakefront paths. The full triathlon serves as a qualifier for the XTERRA World Championship, drawing elite and amateur athletes alike. Participants enjoy sweeping views of Lake Superior, rugged terrain, and a supportive race community that makes this event a highlight of Canada’s off-road racing calendar.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
10 km
10 km
5 km
5 km
5 km
Race Date:
10 August, 2025
The Sprint Triathlon offers a condensed off-road format with a 750 m lake swim followed by a 15 km mountain bike and a 5 km trail run, ideal for athletes seeking a shorter XTERRA experience. Organized by XTERRA, it starts at 8:45 AM EDT on Sunday, 10 August 2025, at Boulevard Lake / Thunder Bay.
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FAQs
What is the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
How long is the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
Where does the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint take place?
What is the elevation gain of the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
How can I prepare for the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
How do I choose the right training plan for the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
The Sprint Triathlon offers a condensed off-road format with a 750 m lake swim followed by a 15 km mountain bike and a 5 km trail run, ideal for athletes seeking a shorter XTERRA experience. Organized by XTERRA, it starts at 8:45 AM EDT on Sunday, 10 August 2025, at Boulevard Lake / Thunder Bay.
The XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint is 5km long.
The XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint takes place in Thunder Bay, ON, Canada.
Runna classifies the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
The Sprint Triathlon offers a condensed off-road format with a 750 m lake swim followed by a 15 km mountain bike and a 5 km trail run, ideal for athletes seeking a shorter XTERRA experience. Organized by XTERRA, it starts at 8:45 AM EDT on Sunday, 10 August 2025, at Boulevard Lake / Thunder Bay.
How long is the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
The XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint is 5km long.
Where does the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint take place?
The XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint takes place in Thunder Bay, ON, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
Runna classifies the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Triathlon Distance Sprint?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Triathlon
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