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ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon

ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon

Franconia Notch Half Marathon winds through New Hampshire's stunning autumn foliage along a paved recreational path.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Franconia, NH

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Franconia, New Hampshire
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Destination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Scenic RouteShaded

The Experience

The Franconia Notch Half Marathon offers a spectacular autumn run through the heart of New Hampshire's White Mountains. This out-and-back course, now in its 8th year, follows the paved Franconia Notch recreational path, providing runners with breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like Echo Lake, Cannon Mountain, and the Pemigewasset River.

Participants will be treated to the vibrant remnants of New England's fall foliage, creating a picturesque backdrop for the rolling terrain. The race, which typically sees participants from across the region, benefits Adaptive Sports Partners, supporting their mission to empower individuals through adaptive sports.

After crossing the finish line, runners can refuel and celebrate at Cannon Mountain's Peabody Lodge, with finisher medals awarded to all participants and prizes for top overall finishers and age group winners.

Race-provided description

Be a part of the 8th annual, gorgeous, rolling out and back run on the iconic (paved) Franconia Notch recreational path.  Running alongside Echo Lake, the former Old Man viewing sight, Cannon Mountain, Profile Lake, Boise Rock, Lafayette Campground, the Basin, the Flume, and the Pemigewasset River, this half marathon provides spectacular views of The Notch from start to finish. Take in autumn's remaining days of beauty that only New England's foliage season has to offer. All proceeds from this run benefit ASP, The North Country and The NEK’s local adaptive sports organization. Event Details Friday, October 23rd 4pm-6pm Registration & Race packet pickup at Cannon Mountain Peabody Lodge; lower level. Saturday, October 24th 7am Registration & Race packet pickup Opens. 9am Race Start Join us on the deck of Cannon Mountain's Peabody Lodge after the race to refuel. Meal tickets will be available for online purchase until 10/12/26. Tickets will be available for purchase on race day as well. Hosted at Cannon Mountain. Peabody Lodge facilities available. The start is in the parking lot below Notch View Lodge. T-Shirt deadline is 9/30/26 Unisex T-Shirt sizes are: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL Awards and Prizes Finisher medal to every runner! Awards to the top male and female overall finishers, and to each decided age category. Top Men and Women Overall: $500 Age Group Winners: Prizes Your Participation Supports Adaptive Sports Partners The mission of Adaptive Sports Partners is to empower individuals with disabilities by building community, confidence, and skills through sport, recreation, and adventure. We do this by offering year-round sport and recreational opportunities in the northern reaches of NH and VT. We offer high quality, life-changing, year-round indoor and outdoor activities and lessons to people of all ages and all disabilities including physical, developmental, emotional and behavioral, regardless of ability to pay.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

9:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

2650 Profile Road, Franconia, NH, 03580

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River, Mountain

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details2/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather10/10

typical high 58°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

43°

Afternoon (High)

58°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

78%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon?

The ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Franconia, New Hampshire.

What distances does the ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The ASP's Franconia Notch Half Marathon is a rolling hills, out & back course.

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