Lake Placid, United States of America · Saturday 10 October 2026
On October 10, 2026, get ready to race in the 55th Annual Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon and 10K AND 5K! PACKET PICK-UP IS AT THE NORTH ELBA HORSE SHOWGROUNDS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 FROM 4-7PM AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 FROM 6-7:30AM. LOOK FOR ALL INFORMATION AT WWW.LAKEPLACIDCLASSIC.COM This event is one of the Lake Placid region s only not-for-profit running/walking events. The event aims to raise funds to support a community-wide wellness initiative and support local youth programming. This event starts and finishes at the North Elba Horse Showgrounds surrounded by nature and the beauty of the high peaks. Our race continues to grow, anticipating over 750 participants in 2026. The race route for the Half Marathon and 10K encompasses two moderate hills, one at the start and one towards the end. The start time for the Half Marathon and 10K is 8:00 a.m., with the course closing at noon. For Half Marathon & 10K distances, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(Male & Female) and top three age groups including 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39;40-49;50-59;60-69 and over 70. 5K-A NEW ROUTE this year! Whether you re walking the beautiful, scenic route with your children or family members while your friends and loved one s race in our Half Marathon and 10K, or you re signing up to run your best 5K of the season...we have something for everyone! The start time for the 5K is 8:10am(sharp, we promise). For 5K, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(M/F) will be awarded. No age group awards for 5K. Race Day Parking Information Venue Parking: Hours: 6:00a.m.–7:30 a.m. AND after 8:30a.m. Parking will close promptly at 7:30 a.m. No vehicles will be allowed to enter after this time until 8:30a.m. Important: Once parked, vehicles cannot exit the venue between 7:30 a.m. and the time the last runner has left the start area(approximately 8:30 a.m.). Please plan your schedule accordingly. Alternate Parking: If you arrive after 7:30 a.m., you will need to find off-site parking. Note:
Adjusted Time
1:40:47
Time difference: -4.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a half marathon held in Lake Placid, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 10 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K website.
This is a very flat course with only 0m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 0m to 0m above sea level — a 0m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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