
Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K
Lake Placid Marathon and Half offers Adirondack beauty and Olympic history.
Race Date
Jun 14, 2026
Location
Lake Placid, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 14, 2026
- Location
- Lake Placid, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 14,887
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Set in the heart of the Adirondacks, the Lake Placid Marathon and Half is a destination race that blends stunning natural scenery with Olympic legacy. Runners begin and end on Main Street, starting at the iconic Olympic Speedskating Oval.
The course offers a mix of terrain, described as flat, rolling, and with some hills, featuring mountain views, shaded areas, and the picturesque Mirror Lake. While the half marathon is a single out-and-back, the full marathon is a double out-and-back. Aid stations are well-stocked, and a generous six-hour course limit accommodates a wide range of participants.
With a typical field size of around 500 finishers, this event, first run in 2005, has garnered high praise, including a #2 ranking for "Best Destination" Race by Runner's World. Participants can expect a quality finisher medal and a race T-shirt, contributing to a memorable race day experience.
Race-provided description
Sunday, June 14, 2026 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 the Tri Lakes Humane Society. 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 Info@LakePlacidMarathon.com
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
2634 Main St, Lake Placid, NY, 12946
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Mountain
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout6920 years running
~538 finishers a year
shrinking
17% returning runners
5 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:15:07
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 14,887 finishers actually crossed the line across 20 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
14,887
Median time
2:07:21
Latest turnout
504
States
47
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K?
The Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K is held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K take place?
It takes place in Lake Placid, New York.
What distances does the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K.
Is the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K course flat and good for a PR?
The Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K is a rolling hills, out & back course.
How many people run the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 14,887 runners who have completed the Lake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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