Lake Placid Marathon

The Lake Placid Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K take place in the scenic Village of Lake Placid, NY, starting and finishing on Main Street near the Olympic Speedskating Oval. The marathon features a double out-and-back course, while the half marathon is a single loop out-and-back. Runners experience a mix of flat, rolling, and hilly terrain with mountain views, shaded areas, a trout stream, and Mirror Lake.

The event offers well-stocked aid stations, a six-hour course limit, finisher medals, and race T-shirts. It is walker-friendly and highly regarded as a top destination race, welcoming participants aged 16 and older with parental consent for minors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.