Entry to the Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K runs $40 to $175, with the event held July 18, 2026 at Roger Wheeler State Beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island. The race features a diverse lineup across paddle sports, running, swimming, and swimrun disciplines. Participants can choose from distances ranging from 400 meters to 14.6 miles, including a 1-mile option, 3-mile run, 5K, 6-mile event, and 10K. The early 7:15 AM start time allows you to beat the heat and finish before peak summer temperatures. This multi-sport format lets you test yourself across different disciplines in a single event, making it ideal if you want to challenge your versatility as an endurance athlete. Beach-based racing offers unique conditions compared to road courses.
From the Race Organizer
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 Founded in 2011, the Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K is an annual multisport festival supporting charities focused on drowning prevention, cancer support, cardiac health, and coastal sustainability. The event features running, swimming, and paddleboard races. Watch 2024 Highlight Video Events: 5K Run or Walk 10K Run 400 Meter Kids Swim 1 Mile or 5K Swim 3 Mile or 6 Mile Paddle Eco-Challenger (5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle) Ultimate Challenger (10K Run, 5K Mile Swim, 6 Mile Paddle) Ocean Swim: New England's only open-water swim meet dual sanctioned by USA Swimming and U.S. Masters Swimming. This meet offers three race distances, individual and cumulative time relay competitions, a team points competition, and non-wetsuit (awards eligible) and wetsuit (no awards) divisions. Ocean Swim Meet Announcement - click to view Details & sanction requirements Shareable link: https://bit.ly/wec-owmeetannouncement26 Coach Attestion Form - click to view Required for all swimmers age 12 & under Individual Event Age Groups: 5K Swim: 11-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ 1-Mile Swim: 9-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ 400-Meter Swim: 12 & under Relay Age Groups (sum of the 3 swimmers’ ages): 5K swim: 33-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+ 1-mile swim: 27-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+ 400-meter swim: 36 & under Key Dates: February - Early Registration Opens April 15 - Early Registration Discount Ends April 16 - Full Price Registration Begins Tentative Schedule: 6:00 AM - Parking Lot & 5K/10K Run Check-In Open 7:00 AM - Swim & Paddle Check-In Opens 7:00 AM - Run/Walk Entries Close 7:15 AM - Run/Walk Races Start 8:00 AM - Swim Individual Race Entries Close 8:30 AM - Swim Check-In & Relay Entries Closes 8:40 AM - Mandatory Swimmer Briefing 9:00 AM - Swim Races Start 9:30 AM - Road Race Awards Ceremony 11:00 AM - Paddle Race Entries Closes 11:30 AM - Paddle Races Start 11:30am 11:45 AM - Swim Awards Ceremony 2:00 PM - Paddle Awards Ceremony 3:00 PM - Public Event Area Closes Parking: Regular state beach parking rates apply. Season passes will be honored. Rhode Island resident day parking $7. Non-resident day parking $14. Senior resident $3.50. Senior non-resident $7. Parking rates are set by the State of Rhode Island and subject to change.
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Narragansett, RI.
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When is Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K 2026 — Narragansett, RI?
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K 2026 — Narragansett, RI takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
Where is Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K 2026 — Narragansett, RI held?
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K 2026 — Narragansett, RI is held at Roger Wheeler State Beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
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