JOINING THE Gravel FAMILY

August 24, 2025
Branched Oak Lake, NE

Gravel Worlds Triathlon will be the 2025 and 2026 USATri Gravel National Championships!

All age groups and category podiums will receive USATri Medals!

Exciting News for All Endurance Enthusiasts!

Welcome to Gravel Worlds Gravel Triathlon/USA Triathlon Gravel National Championships!!

We are so excited to welcome triathletes to the Gravel Worlds weekend in Lincoln, Nebraska USA! With over 15 years of gravel event experience, our team is so excited to expand deeper into Triathlon and future genres of sport.

Gravel Worlds Triathlon will have 2 distance for both Triathlon (Swim, Bike, Run) and Duathlon (Bike, Run). 

In the partnership with USA Triathlon, every category/age group will receive a 3 place podium from USA Tri including the winner of each category being recognized as a USATri Gravel National Champion.

Sprint Distance
Swim: 750m
Bike: ~13mile*
Run: 5k

Intermediate Distance
Swim: 1500m
Bike: ~28mile*
Run: 10k

*Note that bike distance can be increased/decreased by up to 15% to accommodate road and course requirements. 

Final Routes will be added no later than 10 days prior to the event. 

Full Week Of Fun!!
Be sure to also join in all the Gravel Worlds week activities! We'll have an expo, group rides/runs, activations, and more happening Wednesday thru Sunday! Come to Lincoln early and enjoy the entire experience!

See The Full Gravel Worlds Week Schedule

What’s it all about?

A homegrown gravel triathlon. Elevate your triathlon experience by going off-road and racing on the rolling hills in the heart of the United States! Centered around Branched Oak State Park—just outside of Lincoln, Nebraska—athletes of all abilities will tackle a 1,000m swim, ~30mi gravel ride and ~6mi trail run.

Race Categories: Triathlon (Swim/Bike/Run) & Duathlon (Bike/Run) available!

  1. Sprint Distance
    Swim: 750m
    Bike: ~13mile*
    Run: 5k

  2. Intermediate Distance
    Swim: 1500m
    Bike: ~28mile*
    Run: 10k

What’s included?

  • Pre- and post-race vendor tents and support

  • Event t-shirt

  • State of Nebraska Game & Parks day pass

  • Post-race food and beverage

  • Finisher medal

  • Age-group awards

The Gravel Worlds Triathlon is a USAT-sanctioned race and participants will be required to enter their USAT member ID or a one-day license ($15 value) number.

Presented by Goodlife Brands and Certified Piedmontese.