Tubby Trout 5k Open Water Swim 2026

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1. You must be 16 or older to swim with us.*

I am over the age of 16.

2. Waiver and Safety Plan*

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Say Yes to Life Liability Waiver/Safety Plan

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Terms and Conditions for Lessons and Events

Add one event-related open water swim lesson

Open Water Swim Lessons Special this year: Combine one open water swim lesson (worth $110) with any event for only $95. Technique-focused lessons benefit ANY skill level.

Add “Swimming from the Inside Out” video

Swimming From the Inside Out Add the “Swimming from the Inside Out” freestyle stroke technique video and cheat sheet for $35

Add a Swim Animal Beanie

Swim Animal Beanie Add a Swim Animal beanie for $35

Celebrate the 14th year of this iconic event! Tubby Trout provides the training you need for any endurance swim. Challenge yourself while enjoying beautiful Lake Washington.

All swimmers receive a Tubby Trout 5k sticker.

“I took a chance and signed up. Completing the ‘Trout’ boosted my confidence, and it was fun!”
— Janice, 2024

Registration for this event closes at midnight, Tuesday June 23rd or when all spaces are filled, whichever comes first.

Date: SATURDAY, June 27th
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: $125

MANDATORY SAFETY MEETING (ONLINE)

7:30 pm PT, Thursday, June 25th

You must participate in this meeting in order to swim. Please factor this requirement into your decision to register. Meeting recording will not be available.

Details

Location: Lake Washington, South Seattle. Directions provided on registration.
Length: 5k (3.2 miles)
Level: Challenging. You may experience strong chop and wind. Please register only if you are confident in your ability to swim the entire distance.
Wetsuit: Your choice. Water temperature will be in the mid 60’s. Please acclimate yourself before this swim.