Sunday, June 14 8am start Cutoff time for both Marathon and Half is 2pm. 10K will run concurrently.
The Half Marathon is a single loop out and back while the Marathon is a double out and back. Both...
Sunday, June 14 8am start Cutoff time for both Marathon and Half is 2pm. 10K will run concurrently.
The Half Marathon is a single loop out and back while the Marathon is a double out and back. Both races begin/end on Main St. in the charming Village of Lake Placid at the Olympic Speedskating Oval.
The Marathon/Half course is a combination of flat, rolling and some hills and runners enjoy mountain views, open areas, shaded areas, a class III trout stream, and beautiful Mirror Lake along the way.
Well-stocked aid stations are available. The event offers a generous six (6) hour course limit for each race.
Athlete food at the Race Finish along with a quality finisher medal and a 2026 race T-shirt are among the benefits of the race. Please note: We reserve the right to change the racer gift and will inform you of any changes/options well ahead of race day.
The Lake Placid Marathon & Half was ranked the #2 “Best Destination” Race in the USA by a Runner’s World Magazine reader survey (source; Jan. 2010 issue).
We are walker-friendly and a great venue for a team or group destination event.
Age restrictions: The marathon is limited to those 16 yrs and older on race day but must have a parent's signature IN PERSON at registration in order for a child to compete that is under 18 years old.
The event is open to anyone but must have a parent's signature IN PERSON at registration in order for a child to compete that is under 18 years old.
The entry fees include a charity component that allows us to make a donation to the Lake Placid Junior Class and an animal charity to be determined. Also global charities like the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders among others. For a limited time the North Elba Christmas Fund will be a check-off charity.
Go to www.LakePlacidMarathon.com for complete event details or visit our Facebook page to interact with us on a more intimate level. :)
Transfers and refunds are not available for this event. Deferrals are subject to approval and will result in a re-registration fee. We encourage you to purchase the event insurance in case you cannot make it.
Athlete gifts are not guaranteed for those registering after May 9, 2026. Please register early for shirts and to be included on the FIND YOUR NAME SHIRTS in our merch store.
Questions? Email us at [email protected]