7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run
Run through the tree canopy at Lake Norman State Park on a fast, flat course.
Race Date
Jun 6, 2026
Location
Statesville, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Location
- Statesville, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + Half Marathon (Saturday) + 10K (Sunday), Half Marathon (Saturday) + 5K (Sunday), Half Marathon (Saturday) + 5K Ruck (Sunday), 10K (Sunday), 5K, 5K Ruck (Sunday), Virtual Run (Any day & time)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 700
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run offers a scenic escape through the shaded paths of Lake Norman State Park. This USATF-certified course is predominantly asphalt, promising a fast and flat experience ideal for personal bests. Runners will enjoy the natural beauty of the park, with the course winding under a dense tree canopy, providing a cool and immersive environment.
While the race is relatively new, first run in 2022 and now in its fourth edition, it has shown a growing field size, typically attracting around 197 finishers. Runners come from approximately 18 states, indicating a solid regional draw. The atmosphere is generally local-community focused, with a lower repeat-runner rate of about 10% in recent years.
The race is part of a larger weekend event, offering multiple distances including a 10K and 5K, and even a 5K Ruck. Participants receive a hoodie as part of their registration, and the finish line is situated at the park's waterfront, providing a pleasant reward after the run.
Race-provided description
Please visit EpicSportsMarketing.com for race details. The start / finish is at the waterfront of Lake Norman State Park Please support our sponsor: LeanAthletes.com Wellness & Nutrition Report
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Hoodie
Start Location
759 State Park Rd, Statesville, NC, 28166
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Forest, Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NC18022BDS · Lake Norman Forest Run Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
4 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick554 years running
~197 finishers a year
growing or steady
10% returning runners
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
runners from 18 states
winner 1:31:22
typical high 84°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
84°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 700 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
700
Median time
2:15:41
Latest turnout
197
States
30
Turnout by year
2022–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run?
The 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run take place?
It takes place in Statesville, North Carolina.
What distances does the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus Half Marathon (Saturday) + 10K (Sunday), Half Marathon (Saturday) + 5K (Sunday), Half Marathon (Saturday) + 5K Ruck (Sunday), 10K (Sunday), 5K, 5K Ruck (Sunday), Virtual Run (Any day & time).
Is the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run course flat and good for a PR?
The 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 700 runners who have completed the 7th Annual Lean30 Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run.
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