Lake Michigan Half Marathon
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Lake Michigan Half Marathon
The Lake Michigan Half Marathon is a fall running event in Milwaukee that follows the Lake Michigan shoreline and Milwaukee County’s south shore park system. The course starts and finishes at Cupertino Park and follows the paved Oak Leaf Trail south through lakefront parks before returning north to the finish.
Participants pass through or alongside South Shore Park, Bay View Park, Sheridan Park, Warnimont Park, and the Grant Park area. The route includes paved trail sections, stretches of wooded trail, and open water views along Lake Michigan.
The event includes race options for runners, walkers, and ruckers. Registration windows and fees vary by event. Final course details are subject to municipal and park approvals.
Distances
- 13.1 miles Half Marathon including an early start option
- 6.2 miles 10K and 10K Ruck
- 3.1 miles 5K, 5K Walk, and 5K Ruck
- 0.6 miles Kiddos 1K
This description summarizes the route and the range of event options held along Milwaukee’s lakefront trail system. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
