Empire State Half Marathon

The Empire State Half Marathon & 5k takes place at Rockland Lake State Park in Congers, NY, near the NJ/NY border. Known as the flattest and fastest road course on the East Coast, the USATF-certified half marathon features a scenic, pancake-flat 13.1-mile loop around the lake with minimal elevation change. The event includes a half marathon, 5k, and combined challenges, offering participants tech shirts, medals, and age-group awards.

Aid stations provide water and Gatorade, and an Elite Athlete Program offers perks like complimentary entry and personal water stations. The race supports local high school athletes through gear donations and awards top finishers with Tracksmith duffel bags. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.