Race the Lake Marathon

Race the Lake Marathon is a challenging marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K around a beautiful lake in Cooperstown, NY. The Race The Lake event has teamed up with the American organization VetDogs and will be raising funds in support of it.

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Race Info

There will be a lot of water and aid stations as well as bicycle patrols throughout the course. Aid stations for the marathon and half marathon will be approximately every 1.5 to 2 miles. The race course is open to traffic.

All finishers will receive medals, T-shirts and lunch after the race. The man and woman overall winners and the top 3 men and women finishers in the age groups will be awarded.

There are many beautiful slopes and viewing platforms for spectators on the course. Race finish will be on the beach with swimming, camping showers, food, beer and music. The course will be closed at 2:00 PM.

Race Date

May 31, 2025.

Location

1527 Co Rd 31, Cooperstown, NY US 13326

Directions

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 10K
  • 5K

Starting Time

  • 7:00 AM – full marathon
  • 8:00 AM – half marathon
  • 9:00 AM – 10K, 5K

Entry Fees

  • $65 and up – full marathon
  • $55 and up – half marathon
  • $25 and up – 10K
  • $25 and up – 5K

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: racethelake.itsyourrace.com. The marathon and the half marathon are certified by the USATF,  these races can be used as a Boston Marathon Qualifier.

Registration

To join the Race the Lake Marathon, register online at racethelake.itsyourrace.com.

Official Race Website

Additional race information can be found at racethelake.itsyourrace.com.

Social Media

If you have any questions about the race, follow its Facebook page.

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Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in May.

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