The Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5K takes place on September 19, 2026, in Scottsboro, Alabama, at 417 Ed Hembree Drive. This event offers a 1-mile distance option and features triathlon and aquabike formats alongside a running component. The race typically starts at 8:00 AM, giving athletes an early morning push to the finish. Entry fees range from $30 to $155 depending on your event selection and registration timing. If you're traveling to compete, you'll want accommodation close to the venue for an easy morning commute and post-race recovery time.
From the Race Organizer
This is the 2nd Frantic Frog Sprint of the year. The Goose Pond Island Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon will take place at the Goose Pond Colony Resort, located in Scottsboro, Alabama on September 19th, 2026. We have added a 5k Run to the event this year, for those that don't feel challenged to participate in the Triathlon. It will be the same course as the triathlon run portion. You won’t be required to have a USAT membership for the 5k. We invite all to come enjoy the beauty and challenge awaiting in our host Northern Alabama venue! Packet Pickup Friday 5 PM - 7:00 PM & Saturday 6:30- 7:30 AM at the grassy area just outside of the Docks Restaurant. Please park on the north side of the pool and not by the transition area. Please note that if you are picking up your packet on race day morning, you will need to arrive early so that you can get checked in and won’t delay the start of the race. Participants need to be checked in by 7:30am and transition closes at 7:45AM. Frantic Frog Sprint race includes a 500 meter Swim, 14 mile Bike & 5K run beginning at 8 AM Central. Swim will start at end of pier with a rectangular course & beach exit. Swim: Map Link - Bike will be an out & back course. Bike : Map Link - Run will also be an out and back route into campground & return to finish by transition. Run: Map Link . The 5k will be the same Run route as the triathlon above. Athlete Amenities - race packets will include race t-shirt, swim cap (must be worn). Bald Eagle Events has enabled event insurance for your consideration in the event you are unable to compete. Please review this option during the registration process. USAT Info: ALL USAT RULES APPLY – Goose Pond Island Half Iron Distance Triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. USAT officials will referee the event. All Bald Eagle Events triathlon events are sanctioned by USA Triathlon . When a race sanctions with USAT, it is required for each participant to purchase either a one-day license or annual membership in order to participate in said event. A one-day USAT license is $15 and an annual USAT membership is $50. Either can be purchased when signing up for the event. A youth one day or annual USAT license is $10. Click here to learn about your USAT benefits and where your member dollars go. Age Groups and Awards: Overall awards for the top three male and female finishers & top male and female masters. Age group awards for first, second, and third place in the following M & F age groups: 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45- 49, 50-55, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over & top 3 Clydesdale & Athena. Open Relay Division: Male, Female, and Co-ed. Bald Eagle Events has a NO REFUND policy. Insurance is available during the registration of each event. Please take advantage of this option should you wish to insure your entry fees. Race entries are non-transferable between individuals. Event Cancellation / Modification Policy - If Natural Disaster or Community Disaster occurs, our action steps are as follows: 1. Bald Eagle Events in concert with local officials will make decisions based on safety first. 2. Courses and/or race segments will be altered as agreed to Bald Eagle Events LLC and local officials 3. Financial: It is not financially feasible for Bald Eagle Events LLC to accept the risk of a disaster for everyone. Each registered participant needs to accept the risk of his or her entry fee. There will be NO REFUNDS or free entries to future races. The money you paid is spent developing the subject event. 4. Bald Eagle Events does not save any money if one of our events has to be canceled for reasons beyond our control. All supplies and services needed for the events are purchased and/or arranged in advance. All event supplies and services associated with that event must be paid for, regardless of the outcome.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Scottsboro, AL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5k 2026 — Scottsboro, AL?
Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5k 2026 — Scottsboro, AL takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Scottsboro, Alabama.
Where is Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5k 2026 — Scottsboro, AL held?
Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5k 2026 — Scottsboro, AL is held at 417 Ed Hembree Drive in Scottsboro, Alabama.
Where can I find hotels near Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon and 5k 2026 — Scottsboro, AL?
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