Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run
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Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K
The 7th annual Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K takes place June 6-7, 2026 at Lake Norman State Park near Troutman / Statesville, North Carolina. The event comprises a Half Marathon, a 5K and a Virtual Run. The Half Marathon is held on the first day and the 5K on the second day.
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 5K - 3.1 miles
- Virtual Run - any distance
Course, logistics and race features
Both courses are on asphalt roads that wind and undulate beneath a canopy of trees. The start and finish are at the Lake Norman Picnic Ground / waterfront beach parking area inside Lake Norman State Park. The course holds USATF certification NC18022BDS. Packet pick-up is available at a local running store before race weekend and at the park on race weekend.
Finisher items and race swag include a finisher medal, hoodies for half marathoners (size guaranteed if registered by 04/30/26), short sleeve T-shirts for 5K participants (size guaranteed if registered by 04/30/26), a cup and a decal. Awards are given to the top three overall men and women and top three in age groups for both distances. The Virtual Run receives a participation medal, race T-shirt and additional swag, shipped the Monday after the race. Additional policies: strollers start at the back of the 5K, toddlers under 4 may walk with parents for free, no pets, firearms or alcohol permitted, and half marathoners should be able to finish within 3.5 hours due to traffic considerations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.