
Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon
Wisconsin's Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon offers a unique evening race on a paved trail.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Kohler, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Kohler, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 553
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon, Sheboygan County's sole half marathon, unfolds as the sun begins to dip. This unique evening event kicks off at 6 pm, offering a refreshing escape from the typical morning race.
The course is primarily a point-to-point journey along the paved Old Plank Trail, with a modest elevation gain of approximately 0 feet, making it a potentially fast and forgiving route. Runners will traverse along Highway 23, starting at the Quit Qui Oc Sports Complex in Plymouth and concluding at the Sports Core in Kohler.
With a median field size of around 150 finishers, the race fosters a more intimate atmosphere, drawing participants from about six states. While specific crowd energy details are scarce, the event's growing field trend and a repeat-runner loyalty of about 15% suggest a dedicated following. Age group awards and overall male and female winner accolades add a competitive edge to this distinctive sunset run.
Race-provided description
Join us for Sheboygan County's only half marathon race! We start at the Quit Qui Oc Sports Complex in Plymouth, run (mostly) on the Old Plank Trail (paved blacktop surface) along Hwy 23, and finish at the Sports Core in Kohler. The race starts at 6 pm and is a *point to point* course. Age group awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in each group: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up. Overall male and overall female winners will also receive an award! Packet pickup: Friday Aug 8th (4-7pm) and Saturday Aug 9th (1-4:30pm) at the Sports Core in Kohler (100 Willow Creek Dr). Bus transportation to the Start line: This is a point-to-point race. You need to take the bus or have someone drop you off at the start. There is very limited parking there and we need to reserve that for race personnel & support. There is no transport provided back to the start after the race.Parking is available at the Sports Core itself, nearby Woodlake Market area parking lots, or Kohler Shared Services building parking lot (across the street from the Sports Core).Buses leave from the Sports Core at 5:00 pm SHARP. Be on time as there is only one departure! Busses will be parked on Woodlake Rd, to the east of the Sports Core building itself. Support Stations Six water stations: 1.7, 3.4, 5.4, 7.5, 9.6, and 11.2 miles. Four of these will also have Gatorade.GU gels provided at: 5.4 and 9.6 milesBathrooms are available at the start. There will be portas at mile 6.5 and the finish, and there is a pit toilet just off the course at mile 8.6 (Meadowlark Trailhead). Pace Groups There will be pacers at this event - 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, and 2:30 finish times Important Notes This is an evening race. If you may not be able to finish the race before it gets dark, bring a light. We will also hand out glow sticks at the final aid station after 8pm, for a bit of fun!YES there may be a variety of bugs & mosquitos along the course - be prepared to defend yourself!The finish line will close after approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. This race is a Sheboygan County Shoreline Striders event. https://www.sheboyganruns.com/
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
6:00 PM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
100 Willow Creek Dr, Kohler, WI, 53044
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick504 years running
~150 finishers a year
growing or steady
15% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 6 states
winner 1:27:34
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 553 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
553
Median time
2:06:45
Latest turnout
150
States
12
Turnout by year
2019–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon?
The Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM.
Where does the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Kohler, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
How many people run the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 553 runners who have completed the Old Plank Sunset Half Marathon.
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