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6th Annual Lap The Lake

Kansas · Saturday, October 10, 2026

The 6th Annual Lap The Lake is a 3 miles, 5k, 6 miles, 10k, 13 miles, 27 miles, 50 miles, cycling, half marathon, running, and walking event held on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Date
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Location
Marina Parkway
Osage County, Kansas
66510
United States
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Links
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Lap the Lake is a grassroots gravel and pavement adventure built for everyone, from thrill-seekers chasing the toughest miles to those ready to get off the couch and start something new. Set against the rolling hills and shoreline views of Melvern Lake, each route offers its own challenge, from rugged gravel and punchy climbs to smooth, welcoming miles.

This is an event where grit meets community. You’ll find seasoned athletes and first-timers lining up, side by side, pushing limits, encouraging each other, and earning every mile together. While the courses may test you, the atmosphere is what carries you through.

More than a race, Lap the Lake exists to bring people together through movement, challenge, and shared experience, supporting local partnerships and giving back to the community through every mile completed.

Have questions before you sign up? Reach out, we’d love to help.

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Phone: 785.383.4983

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