Bridges to Bluffs 2026 Preview Swims

The race.

Bridges to Bluffs 2026 Preview Swims offers two free open water swimming events on August 8 and August 22 in Knoxville, Tennessee. The first preview covers 3 miles starting at Island Home Park and finishing at Neyland Drive Boat Ramp. The second preview offers swimmers a choice of 3.3 or 4.4 miles, beginning at Neyland Drive Boat Ramp and ending at either Sequoyah Hills Boat Ramp or Sequoyah Hills Park. Both events are hosted by Knoxville Open Water Swimmers and LB Endurance as preparation swims for the September 13 Bridges to Bluffs 10K. Registration is required for all participants, including both swimmers and pilots. Swimmers must hold an active USMS annual membership or 30-day trial membership; pilots do not require USMS membership but must register and sign waivers.