september 13, 2026
Rose City Tri
This annual sprint triathlon is known for a beautiful course around Lake Tyler and its trend of attracting new participants from across East Texas and beyond each year.
650-meter open water swim | 13-mile bike | 3-mile run
ANNUAL SPRINT
TRIATHLON
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System has partnered with East Texas Triathletes to present the Rose City Triathlon. This annual sprint triathlon will take place at a specially designed Lake Tyler course.
Rose City Tri is known for a beautiful course around Lake Tyler and its trend of attracting new participants from across East Texas and beyond each year. In fact, each year members of USA Triathlon Association vote on their favorite small, medium, and large triathlon. Over the past few years our – South Midwest – region (4 states) has voted the Rose City Triathlon favorite small (2008) and medium (2009 & 2012) triathlon, as well as champ venue for 2011 and 2013.
LOCATION: 16538 McElroy Road | Whitehouse, TX 75791
EVENT: 650-meter open water swim | 13-mile bike | 3-mile run
RELAY OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE!
***USAT Membership is required. Courses are subject to change. Per USAT rules, athletes are responsible for knowing the course. Course maps will be available at packet pickup for your convenience. All questions and concerns can be sent to meganraeriaz@gmail.com or rosecitytri@gmail.com
Event Details
Volunteers
Sponsorship
Hotel Info
Event Details
Packet Pickup
Saturday, September 12 – 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Race day, September 13 – 6:15 AM – 7:30 AM
CHRISTUS Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center
8591 S Broadway Ave
Tyler, TX 75703
Race Day Schedule
6:15 AM – Race Day Packet Pickup
6:30 AM – Transition Opens
7:40 AM – Transition Closes
7:50 AM – Athlete Pre-Race Mandatory Meeting
7:55 AM – Invocation
8:00 AM – National Anthem
8:00 AM – Race Starts
On-site Food
Big thanks to Project One Roofing — our Photography Sponsor and Post-Race Brunch Sponsor for the Rose City Triathlon!
We’re grateful for their support!
Bike Rentals
No bike? No problem!!
Rent a bike from PlayTri Tyler! Many thanks for their continued support before and during the race!
Athlete Guide
Welcome to the 16th annual CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose City Triathlon, hosted by the East Texas Triathletes! Please read this ATHLETE GUIDE completely, as it includes important details to ensure you have a safe and successful race. Each athlete must pick up his or her own race packet. No exceptions! You must provide ID! Rose City Triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. Each competitor is responsible for knowing and following all USAT rules.
Please refer to the USAT website for a complete list of rules located at www.usatriathlon.org. If you have questions about the race, please contact meganraeriaz@gmail.com
Awards
We will recognize the top three (3) overall male/female and the top three (3) male/female in the following age groups.
Overall
- Overall Awards
- Overall Masters
- Athena
- Clydesdale
- Relays
Age Group
- 14 and under
- 15 - 19
- 20 - 24
- 25 - 29
- 30 - 34
Age group
- 30 - 35
- 40 - 44
- 45 - 49
- 50 - 54
- 55 - 59
Age group
- 60 - 64
- 65 - 69
- 70 and up
Course
The Rose City Triathlon takes place at The Boulders at Lake Tyler
16538 McElroy Road | Whitehouse, TX 75791
The race will include:
- 650-meter open water swim
- 13.2-mile bike
- 3.2-mile run
***Courses are subject to change. Per USAT rules, athletes are responsible for knowing the course. Course maps will be available at packet pickup for your convenience. All questions and concerns can be sent to rosecitytri@gmail.com
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Did you know that 59.6% of participants are male / 39.5% of participants are female C-Level executives who are well educated. Major age range is from 25-39 making up 50% of participants Average Income-$126,000. Triathletes are passionate, loyal and lifestyle-minded, with a heavy Type A personality trait.
join our volunteers
The Rose City Triathlon wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers. From pre-race setup to race-day roles like water stations, transition areas, cheering squads, and finish line support—there’s something for everyone, and every role makes a big impact.
Please complete this form and select the area most interested in serving. Please note volunteers are needed for three days, September 11, 12 and 13. Race day is September 13, 2026 at Lake Tyler.
Hotels & Lodging
The Boulders at Lake Tyler is the perfect spot to stay for your race weekend. There are many on-site lodging options, including RV rentals, cabins and glamping! The Boulders offers a one of a kind experience for the entire family. Bring your poles and cast from a recently renovated fishing barge and boardwalk. The bait and tackle shop, boat launch and slips will add to your convenience. Clean and spacious RV lots and tent sites on or with a lake front view provide the perfect camping atmosphere.
Athletes: PLEASE MENTION Rose City Triathlon on booking and/or checking in. You can enter this in the “special request” section of online booking.
meet our race director
Jonathan Johnson
Jonathan Johnson has been the race director for Rose City Triathlon since 2015 and on the board for East Texas Triathletes since 2013. He is a financial advisor and is passionate about helping families with their financial journey. He has three children, Christopher, Daniel, and Meagan, and loves traveling with them in his free time. Jonathan is an endurance athlete and completed his first triathlon in 2012. Since then he has completed six half Ironmans and two full Ironman races. In 2021, Jonathan became a USAT Level 1 Certified Race Director.
Sponsors
Sponsored by CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances and hosted by East Texas Triathletes, the proceeds benefit Smith County Volunteer Fireman’s Association
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