IRONMAN 70.3 La Quinta takes place on December 6, 2026 in La Quinta, California, near Palm Springs. The distances are 1.2 miles of swimming, 56 miles of cycling and a 13.1-mile run, 70.3 miles in total. IRONMAN is the organizer.
The swim is in Lake Cahuilla. The bike course is flat and includes a lap of the Thermal Raceway. The run is at Silver Rock Golf Course and has smooth rollers. The race page lists typical conditions of a 80°F/26°C high, a 54°F/12°C low and an average water temperature of 57°F/14°C.
The race page presents it as a good first 70.3 and as an end-of-season race retreat. At the time of writing, registration is shown as sold out, and the page offers a Notify me option.
