Desert’s Edge Triathlon
Event Info
About the Event
The race will Start and Finish in the scenic Highline Lake State Park with spectacular 360° views of the valley. More details to follow.
PARK IMPACTS: Bookcliff Campground will be closed Friday - Sunday nights for the event. The Day Use Area on the east side of the park will also be closed Saturday and Sunday until 2pm. Highline Lake is closed to boating until the racers are done with the swim, which we estimate to be around 2pm.
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