Rock the Quarry Triathlon and Mile Swim – Aug. 8, 2026
The 10th annual Rock the Quarry Triathlon and Mile Swim returns Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at Fidler Pond Park in Goshen.
This event offers the only public swimming access of the year to the former quarry.
Clear, deep water creates a rare open-water swim experience in a striking setting.
Rock the Quarry Triathlon Overview
Rock the Quarry features a sprint triathlon and a standalone mile swim.
Athletes of many experience levels compete in a well-supported, USAT-sanctioned event.
Spectators enjoy clear sightlines across the pond and surrounding trail.
Sprint Triathlon
The sprint triathlon offers a competitive but approachable course for new and veteran athletes.
500-yard swim
Swimmers complete a counterclockwise triangular course in open water.
The course begins and ends at the same shoreline location.
15.8-mile bike
Cyclists ride a flat out-and-back route with right and left turns.
The course travels through an industrial area, continues into the countryside toward Millersburg, then returns.
5K run
Runners complete two laps on the flat aggregate path surrounding Fidler Pond.
The loop layout allows athletes and spectators to see much of the field throughout the race.
Mile Swim
The mile swim welcomes athletes who enjoy open-water distance swimming.
Swimmers follow a rectangular counterclockwise course in the quarry.
Chip timing ends at a timing mat placed on land at the swim exit.
Photo Gallery: 2025 Rock the Quarry Triatholon
Registration Requirements
The triathlon operates under USA Triathlon sanctioning. Triathlon participants must provide a current USAT membership or purchase a one-day license. Mile swim participants do not need a USAT license. Participants must be at least 13 years old.
How to Register
Online registration
Register online using the event link below. Online registration closes Thursday, Aug. 6, at 11:59 p.m.
Mail registration
Mail forms to Goshen Parks and Recreation, 524 E. Jackson St., Goshen, IN 46526.
Forms must carry a postmark of Friday, Aug. 8.
In-person registration
Register at the Goshen Parks and Recreation office, 524 E. Jackson St., Goshen.
Office hours run Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In-person registration closes Friday, Aug. 7.
On-site registration
Register during packet pickup Friday, Aug. 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Chiddister Pavilion.
Race-day registration runs Saturday, Aug. 8, from 7 to 7:30 a.m.
Mile swim registration remains open until 8 a.m.
Pricing
Triathlon
Individual: $55
Two-person team: $90
Three-person team: $100
Mile swim
Mile swim: $40
Friday on-site pricing
Individual: $60
Two-person team: $95
Three-person team: $105
Mile swim: $45
Race-day pricing
Individual: $70
Two-person team: $105
Three-person team: $115
Mile swim: $50
Awards
Triathlon individual awards recognize the top three male and female overall finishers. Awards also honor the top three male and female finishers in each age group.
Triathlon team relay awards recognize the top three teams with combined ages under 100. Awards also honor the top three teams with combined ages over 100.
Mile swim awards recognize the top three male and female overall finishers. Age-group awards go to the top three male and female swimmers in each division.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup runs Friday, Aug. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Saturday pickup runs from 6 to 7:30 a.m. on race morning.
Pickup takes place at Chiddister Pavilion in Fidler Pond Park.
Participants are encouraged to attend Friday pickup to review the course layout. Early arrival helps athletes prepare for race-day logistics and transitions.
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