Events
Square Lake 1 Mile Swim
39 spots left. Price increases after June 2, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT
Square Lake 5k Swim
21 spots left. Price increases after June 2, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT
USMS $20 Discount
If you are a current USMS member you will be given a $20 PER RACE credit before checkout. This will appear in the registration process.
USMS One Day event registrants and all other exhibition swimmers will not be eligible for USMS national championship awards.
Place
Stillwater, MN US 55082
Description
Welcome to Minnesota! Race in one of Minnesota's amazing 10,000 lakes! Square Lake is close to Minneapolis/ St. Paul and historic downtown Stillwater, MN.
This USMS National Championship festival race weekend includes the Saturday 1 mile race and the Sunday 5K race.
The one mile race will include a one-mile loop and the the 5K race will complete a two-loop rectangular course.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Hotel Information
Two discounted hotel blocks have been reserved in Stillwater through June 19.
AmericInn Stillwater (Also location of race check-in Friday night)
13025 60th St N
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
Ph: 651-275-0980
2 Queens - $199.00/night
AmericInn Rooms: Book Here
Stillwater Inn & Suites
1750 W Frontage Rd W
Stillwater, MN 55082
651-430-1300
1 Queen - $125.99/night
2 Queens - $154.99/night
Call and ask for MN Masters rate
Phone: 651-430-1300
General Race Information
Schedule
Friday, July 19, 2024
5:00 - 8:00 PM Check-In at AmericInn in Stillwater – Body Marking and Packet Pickup
Saturday, July 20, 2024: 1 Mile Swim
7:45 – 8:30 AM Body Marking and Packet Pickup
7:45 – 8:30 AM Timing Chip Pickup
8:45 AM Mandatory Course Briefing
9:00 AM Wave 1 Start (in water)
9:02 AM Wave 2 Start (in water)
9:04 AM Wave 3 Start (in water)
9:06 AM Wave 4 Start (in water)
9:08 AM Wave 5 Start (in water)
9:12 AM Wave 6 (Exhibition) Start (in water)
5:00 - 7:00 PM Check-In at AmericInn in Stillwater – Body Marking and Packet Pickup for 5K-only participants
Sunday, July 21, 2024: 5K Swim
6:20 – 7:00 AM Body Marking and Packet Pickup
6:20 – 7:00 AM Timing Chip Pickup
7:15 AM Mandatory Course Briefing
7:30 AM Wave 1 Start (in water)
7:32 AM Wave 2 Start (in water)
7:34 AM Wave 3 Start (in water)
7:36 AM Wave 4 Start (in water)
7:38 AM Wave 5 Start (in water)
7:42 AM Wave 6 (Exhibition) Start (in water)
Waves
Waves will be swum fastest to slowest based on one-mile open-water swim times. Please enter your estimated open water one-mile swim time when registering. Also, select if you are wearing a wetsuit. Anyone entering no time will be placed in wave 5 unless they are an exhibition swimmer. The exhibition wave is for those wearing wetsuits and those that are one-day event USMS registrants.
Time Standards
Participants should be able to complete the 1-mile course within 60 minutes and the 5K course within 3 hours. Swimmers may be pulled out if they are still swimming past these times. Swimmers must also be at the halfway point by 30 minutes for the mile swim and by 90 minutes for the 5K or they risk being pulled out.
Event Host
Minnesota Masters
Facility Host
Square Lake Park, Washington County
Venue Location
15450 Square Lake Trail North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Parking Lot Fee
There is a $7/car fee to park your vehicle each day. There is one machine in each of the two parking lots. Plan extra time to pay for parking.
Water Temperature
The water temperature is estimated to be around 76 to 80 degrees.
Event Official
Race Director: Nicki Phillips: nicki_phillips@hotmail.com
Rules and Safety
Current USMS Open Water rules apply. Under USMS Open Water rules, your age is determined as of December 31, 2024, except that you must be at least age 18 years old on July 20, 2024. All participants are required to wear the event-supplied brightly colored swim cap and have their body marked with registration number for safety reasons.
Sanction Number
The sanction number for the sprint and long distance championships is 304-W001.
Para Swimmers/ Disability Swimmers
Para and Disability swimmers are welcome. Please notify the race director prior to the competition day, of any disability and of the requested modification. The swimmer/coach shall provide any assistance or equipment if required.
Swimsuits
Swimmers shall wear swimsuits in one or two pieces. All swimsuits shall be made from textile materials and not contain clasps or zippers. For both men and women, the swimsuit shall not cover the neck and shall not extend past the shoulder nor below the ankles.
Wetsuits
Wetsuits are only allowed in the exhibition heat. If these are used, the swimmer will not qualify for any national USMS awards.
One-Day USMS Swimmers
All registered one-day USMS swimmers will swim in the exhibition heat and will not qualify for any national USMS awards.
Check-In
You may check in the night before your swim. If you check in Friday night, you will be checked in for both races. Morning check-in starts at 6:50 on Saturday and 6:20 on Sunday. Please arrive early and allow extra time for checking in. Check-In closes 20 minutes prior to race time.
Timing Chips
We are using a chip timing system for all swims. All swimmers will have to pick up their timing chip the morning of their swim and return chips immediately at the finish line. If you have already checked in for your swim(s) earlier, please go directly to the timing chip table.
Please make sure that you turn in your timing chip right after you finish the swim. You will be charged for the timing chip if you fail to do so. If you lose your chip during the race please let the race director know immediately after the swim to ensure correct backup times.
If you leave the race early, please turn in your timing chip to the timing chip company and check in with the race director. Failure to do so may cause race disruptions and safety protocols to be activated.
Mandatory Course Briefing
The mandatory course and safety briefing begins promptly 15 minutes prior to race start and all participants are required to attend.
1 Mile Course
Rectangular 1 mile course marked by buoys, lifeguards on rescue boats, kayaks, and other safety resources. In-water start, swim one loop counter-clockwise around three tetrahedron turn buoys and past fourth buoy with finish through the chute on shore. Course is subject to change as event day conditions warrant.
5K Course
Rectangular 2.5K course loop marked by buoys, lifeguards on rescue boats, kayaks, and other safety resources. In-water start, swim two loops counter-clockwise around four tetrahedron turn buoys with finish through the chute on shore. Course is subject to change as event day conditions warrant.
Early entry fee for the 1 mile is $75 ($20 discount for registered USMS members or $55) for entries received by 11:59 PM CT June 2, 2024. Regular entry fee for the 1 mile is $85 ($20 discount for registered USMS members or $65) for entries received by 11:59 CT July 14, 2024.
Early entry fee for the 5K is $90 ($20 discount for registered USMS members or $70) for entries received by 11:59 PM CT June 2, 2024. Regular entry fee for the 1 mile is $100 ($20 discount for registered USMS members or $80) for entries received by 11:59 CT July 14, 2024.
No paper entries accepted for this event. If there is a problem registering, contact event host.
Use link below to join USMS.
Entry Limits
Entries are limited to 200 swimmers per event.
Race Day Entries
No late day entries! No race day entries! No exceptions! No transfers! No deferrals! No refunds! No whining!
Inclement Weather
Event may be delayed or cancelled due to extreme weather or other emergency as determined by the race director, safety director, or venue host. No refunds will be given for race cancellation due to weather conditions. Every effort will be made to hold a safe race.
T-Shirts
T-shirts are an add-on to this race. You will be able to order a t-shirt for $20 within the registration process through July 1, 2024.
Participation Award
Everyone will receive a commemorative metal coaster at packet pickup for each race they are registered for.
Awards
USMS National Championship medals will be awarded to the top 6 men and women in each age group: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, (additional 5-year age groups as needed).
All-American patches will be given to all first-place age group winners of each gender.
Awards will only be given out at the festival weekend; they will not be mailed out afterwards.
USMS one day registrants and all other exhibition swimmers will not be eligible for USMS national championship awards. Use link below to join USMS.
1 Mile Swim Course
5K Swim Course
