{"id":3359,"date":"2019-07-25T15:20:40","date_gmt":"2019-07-25T15:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/?p=3359"},"modified":"2019-07-25T15:20:40","modified_gmt":"2019-07-25T15:20:40","slug":"rock-hall-maryland-triathlon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/blog\/rock-hall-maryland-triathlon\/","title":{"rendered":"On Your Mark, Get Set, Go to a Rock Hall, Maryland, Triathlon!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a fitness fanatic? Then you must participate in a <\/span><b>Rock Hall, Maryland, triathlon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! We\u2019re here to provide you with all you need to know about these terrific triathlons. To start planning the ultimate trip to the Chesapeake Bay area, check out a complete list of additional activities and events in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/chesapeake-bay-vacation-guide\/\"><b>complimentary Vacation Guide<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/chesapeake-bay-vacation-guide\/\"><b>Get the Guide Now!\u00a0<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Triathlons in Rock Hall, Maryland<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each year, the town of Rock Hall, MD hosts two triathlons. The Waterman\u2019s Triathlon takes place in September, and the Rock Hall Triathlon takes place in June. Whether you\u2019re fulfilling your dream of participating in your first triathlon, or you\u2019re a seasoned pro, these incredible events are can\u2019t-miss!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waterman\u2019s Triathlon<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since 2014, athletes have flocked to Rock Hall every September to demonstrate their athletic ability in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kineticmultisports.com\/races\/watermans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waterman\u2019s Triathlon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you\u2019re traveling from Baltimore, it\u2019s a perfect activity for a weekend <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/blog\/weekend-getaways-from-baltimore\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaway from the city<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! Participants swim through <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chesapeake Bay harbors, which protect athletes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from harsh elements and currents. The smoothly paved bike course runs through the town of Rock Hall. The final portion of the race also flows through the quaint, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/blog\/chesapeake-bay-maritime-museum\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maritime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> town.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rock Hall Triathlon<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Year after year, athletes take the trip to Maryland to participate in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kineticmultisports.com\/races\/rockhall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rock Hall Triathlon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The triathlon runs along the edge of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eastern Shore of Maryland<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in coastal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kent County<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the swim takes place in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rock Hall Harbor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the Chesapeake Bay. The harbor\u2019s landscaping is ideal for the race because it protects athletes from wind and choppy waters. The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bike course<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is scenic and rural, providing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wide shoulders<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> throughout most of the course. Athletes will be happy to know that the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">running course is pancake flat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! You\u2019ll enjoy running through <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nautical-themed neighborhoods and side roads of Rock Hall<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be sure to check the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trisignup.com\/Race\/MD\/RockHall\/RockHallTriathlonFestival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">official website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for specific dates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fun for Everyone<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attending these triathlons are a blast for everyone! There\u2019s a live DJ spinning jams and a bounce house for the kiddos. Athletes and their supporters can enjoy the rest of their day by shopping the vendors and getting something to eat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration Information<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to save your spot to participate in the upcoming Waterman\u2019s Triathlon, held every September. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trisignup.com\/Race\/MD\/RockHall\/WatermansTriathlonFestival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">official website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will keep you in the know with specific dates and additional info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to go all-in and race on both days? Then you need to take advantage of the \u201cDo the Double\u201d special offer. When you register for the first race, you can register for the second race and save 20%!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These races are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USA Triathlon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sanctioned events. The helpful staff is there for you to make sure your race weekend goes smoothly. A few days before the triathlons, registrants receive information regarding bib numbers, the wave start list, and any crucial, last-minute details.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest Up at the Inn at Huntingfield Creek<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you sign up for a Rock Hall triathlon, make a trip out of it and stay at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inn at Huntingfield Creek<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Our elegant inn sits in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maryland in picturesque<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rock Hall and is only a 4-minute drive from the starting point of both races: the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockhalllanding.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rock Hall Landing Marina<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/accommodations\/lavender-cottage\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3362 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lavender-cottage-2-300x122.jpg\" alt=\"lavender cottage at inn at huntingfield creek\" width=\"300\" height=\"122\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When preparing for a triathlon, you need a peaceful night of sleep. Rest up in a king-size bed in one of our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/accommodation-type\/cottages\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beautiful cottages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/accommodations\/lavender-cottage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lavender Cottage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Named for its spectacular view of our lavender fields, this serene cottage features a luxury Temper-Pedic bed, soaking tub, and plush spa robes. Before the big race, make sure you fuel up with a well-balanced <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/huntingfield.com\/breakfast\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakfast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Every morning we serve up fresh, seasonal juice, local fruits and eggs, premium breakfast meats, and more. Browse our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.thinkreservations.com\/huntingfield\/reservations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">available rooms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today and book your stay at the Inn at Huntingfield Creek. We can\u2019t wait to have you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/secure.thinkreservations.com\/huntingfield\/reservations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!\u00a0<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a fitness fanatic? Then you must participate in a Rock Hall, Maryland, triathlon! We\u2019re here to provide you with all you need to know about these terrific triathlons. 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