Lake Placid Marathon
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Event overview
The Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K takes place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Lake Placid, NY (2634 Main St). The event includes three distances:
- Marathon - double out-and-back, begins and ends on Main St.
- Half Marathon - single loop out-and-back, begins and ends on Main St.
- 10K - runs concurrently with the marathon and half.
Course, services and rules
The Marathon and Half courses include flat sections, rolling terrain, and some hills. The route offers mountain views, open and shaded areas, a class III trout stream, and Mirror Lake. Well-stocked aid stations are available. The event uses the Olympic Speedskating Oval as the start/finish area and applies a six-hour course limit.
The marathon is limited to participants aged 16 years and older on race day; competitors under 18 need a parent or guardian signature in person at registration. The event is walker-friendly and supports team or group entries. Entry fees include a charity component that donates to local and global charities such as the Lake Placid Junior Class, animal charities, the ACLU, and Doctors Without Borders; the North Elba Christmas Fund is a temporary option. Athlete benefits listed include food at the finish, a finisher medal, and a 2026 race T-shirt, though gifts may change and are not guaranteed for registrations after May 9, 2026. Transfers and refunds are not available; deferrals require approval and a re-registration fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.