Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K
When is Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K?
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K takes place on Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Narragansett, RI.
What distances does Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K offer?
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K offers 23 events: 1 Mile Swim - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming, 1 Mile Swim - USMS Member, 1 Mile Swim - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under), 3 Mile Paddle, 5K Road Race - Walk, 5K Road Race - Run, 5K Swim - USA Swimming Member, 5K Swim - USMS Member, 5K Swim - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming, 5K Swim - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under), 6 Mile Distance Paddle, Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - USMS Member, Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming, Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under), Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - USA Swimming Member, 10K Road Race - Run, Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - USA Swimming Member, Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming, Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under), Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - USMS Member, Kids 400m Swim - Not USA Swimming Member, Kids 400m Swim - USA Swimming Member, 1 Mile Swim - USA Swimming Member.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Swim - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming | 1.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Swim - USMS Member | 1.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Swim - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under) | 1.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 3 Mile Paddle | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 5K Road Race - Walk | 5.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| 5K Road Race - Run | 5.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim - USA Swimming Member | 5.0 km | $75.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim - USMS Member | 5.0 km | $75.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming | 5.0 km | $75.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under) | 5.0 km | $75.00 | Register |
| 6 Mile Distance Paddle | 6.0 mi | $60.00 | Register |
| Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - USMS Member | 7.1 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming | 7.1 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under) | 7.1 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle - USA Swimming Member | 7.1 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| 10K Road Race - Run | 10.0 km | $60.00 | Register |
| Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - USA Swimming Member | 14.6 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - Adult Not Member of USMS or USA Swimming | 14.6 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - Youth Not Member of USA Swimming (17 & Under) | 14.6 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| Ultimate Challenger: 10K Run + 5K Swim + 6 Mile Paddle - USMS Member | 14.6 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| Kids 400m Swim - Not USA Swimming Member | 400.0 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| Kids 400m Swim - USA Swimming Member | 400.0 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Swim - USA Swimming Member | — | $45.00 | Register |
How much does Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K cost?
Registration for Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K starts at $110.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K held?
Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K is held in Narragansett, RI at Roger Wheeler State Beach.
About Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K
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.
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.
- Open Water 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
- 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:
- 6:30 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
- 11:00 AM - Paddle Race Entries Closes
- 11:30 AM - Paddle Races Start 11:30am
- 11:45 AM - Swim 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.