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Waterman Eco-Challenge/Summer Safe Ocean State 5K
Narragansett, Rhode Island
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The Waterman Eco-Challenge/Summer Safe Ocean State 5K is an annual multi-sport event held at Scarborough North State Beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island, returning on July 12, 2025. Participants can compete in a variety of race formats, including a 5K run/walk, 1-mile or 2.4-mile ocean swims, and 3-mile or 6-mile paddleboard races (SUP or prone). For endurance athletes, the event also offers two multi-discipline options: the Eco‑Challenger (5K run, 1-mile swim, 3-mile paddle) and the Ultimate Challenger (5K run, 2.4-mile swim, 6-mile paddle). In addition, co-ed team swim and paddle relays add a collaborative, competitive edge to the day. Beyond racing, the event supports water safety, environmental protection, and public health through fundraising, educational booths, and hands-on demos, making it a community celebration of fitness, ocean awareness, and coastal stewardship.
Races
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The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K—part of the Waterman Eco‑Challenge held on July 12, 2025, at Scarborough North State Beach in Narragansett, RI—is a scenic 5‑kilometer run/walk along Ocean Road that celebrates community fitness and coastal awareness.
The Eco-Challenger is a multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, testing participants across a 5K run, a 1-mile swim, and a 3-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This challenging event offers a comprehensive way to experience the beautiful Rhode Island coastline by land and sea.
The Ultimate Challenger is the most demanding multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, requiring participants to complete a 5K run, a challenging 2.4-mile swim, and an extended 6-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This ultimate test of endurance offers an immersive and comprehensive experience across the coastal Rhode Island landscape.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
How long is the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
Where does the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
How can I prepare for the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K—part of the Waterman Eco‑Challenge held on July 12, 2025, at Scarborough North State Beach in Narragansett, RI—is a scenic 5‑kilometer run/walk along Ocean Road that celebrates community fitness and coastal awareness.
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K is 5km long.
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
Runna classifies the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K—part of the Waterman Eco‑Challenge held on July 12, 2025, at Scarborough North State Beach in Narragansett, RI—is a scenic 5‑kilometer run/walk along Ocean Road that celebrates community fitness and coastal awareness.
How long is the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K take place?
The Summer Safe Ocean State 5K takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
Runna classifies the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Summer Safe Ocean State 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Waterman Eco-Challenge?
How long is the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
Where does the Waterman Eco-Challenge take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
How can I prepare for the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
The Eco-Challenger is a multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, testing participants across a 5K run, a 1-mile swim, and a 3-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This challenging event offers a comprehensive way to experience the beautiful Rhode Island coastline by land and sea.
The Waterman Eco-Challenge is 5km long.
The Waterman Eco-Challenge takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
Runna classifies the Waterman Eco-Challenge elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Waterman Eco-Challenge?
The Eco-Challenger is a multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, testing participants across a 5K run, a 1-mile swim, and a 3-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This challenging event offers a comprehensive way to experience the beautiful Rhode Island coastline by land and sea.
How long is the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
The Waterman Eco-Challenge is 5km long.
Where does the Waterman Eco-Challenge take place?
The Waterman Eco-Challenge takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
Runna classifies the Waterman Eco-Challenge elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Waterman Eco-Challenge?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Waterman Eco-Challenge?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Ultimate Challenger?
How long is the Ultimate Challenger?
Where does the Ultimate Challenger take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ultimate Challenger?
How can I prepare for the Ultimate Challenger?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ultimate Challenger?
The Ultimate Challenger is the most demanding multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, requiring participants to complete a 5K run, a challenging 2.4-mile swim, and an extended 6-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This ultimate test of endurance offers an immersive and comprehensive experience across the coastal Rhode Island landscape.
The Ultimate Challenger is 5km long.
The Ultimate Challenger takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
Runna classifies the Ultimate Challenger elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Ultimate Challenger?
The Ultimate Challenger is the most demanding multi-sport category within the Waterman Eco-Challenge, requiring participants to complete a 5K run, a challenging 2.4-mile swim, and an extended 6-mile paddle (SUP or prone). This ultimate test of endurance offers an immersive and comprehensive experience across the coastal Rhode Island landscape.
How long is the Ultimate Challenger?
The Ultimate Challenger is 5km long.
Where does the Ultimate Challenger take place?
The Ultimate Challenger takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Ultimate Challenger?
Runna classifies the Ultimate Challenger elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Ultimate Challenger?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Ultimate Challenger?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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