Race Date
The race will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The race starts at 7:00am.
USA Track & Field
The Road Running Technical Council has issued measurement certificates for the marathon and half marathon.
Marathon: NY17020JG
Half Marathon: NY14045JG
Race Location
The 26.2 race will begin at 7:00am, starting and ending at Glimmerglass State Park. The 13.1 race will begin at 8:00am, starting on State Highway 80, near the Fenimore Art Museum. The 10K and 5k race will begin at 9:00am in Glimmerglass State Park. All races finish together in Glimmerglass State Park.
This year, Race the Lake has teamed up with America’s VetDogs to raise funds and awareness for this outstanding cause. America’s VetDogs supports our veterans and first responders. Their mission is “To help those who have served our country honorably live with dignity and independence.”
Race Cost
26.2 Runner
Non-refundable entry fee is $65 per person if received on or before May 30, or $80 per person if received after May 30.
13.1 Runner
Non-refundable entry fee is $55 per person if received on or before May 30, or $70 per person if received after May 30.
10k Runner
Non-refundable entry fee is $25 per person if received on or before May 30, or $30 per person if received after May 30.
5k Runner
Non-refundable entry fee is $25 per person if received on or before May 30, or $30 per person if received after May 30.
Race Shirt
Entrants who pre-register by May 5 will receive a commemorative tech shirt. Entrants registering on the day of the race will receive a tech shirt if available.
Race Registration
Runners can register online, at the Clark Sports Center or download the entry form and mail it to The Clark Sports Center, Attn: Doug McCoy, P.O. Box 850, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
Race Waiver Form
All runners must have a Clark Sports Center waiver form on file. Children 18 and under must have this waiver signed by a parent. Waivers will be available on at the race or can be downloaded and printed from our site.
Race Awards
Race medals will be distributed to every finisher as they cross the finish line.
Awards will be distributed to the overall best male and female times, as well as the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Awards will be presented for the following categories:
- Teen: 19 years old & under
- 20–29 years old;
- 30–39 years old;
- 40–49 years old;
- 50–59 years old;
- 60–69 years old;
- 70 and above.
Event Schedule & Times
Friday, May 31
8:00am–4:00pm • Bags may be picked up at The Clark Sports Center.
Saturday, June 1
5:30–6:30am • Marathon Runners: Day of registration and bag pick-up at Glimmerglass State Park.
6:30–7:30am • Half-Marathon Runners: Day of registration and bag pick up at the Half-Marathon start (5838 State Hwy 80 Cooperstown, NY 13326).
6:30–7:30am • 5k: Day of registration and bag pick up at Glimmerglass State Park.
7:00am • Marathon start
8:00am • Half-marathon start
9:00am • 5k & 10k start
Race Finish • A post race lunch is included for all racers and other choices available for sale.
Shuttles
Vans will transport Half-Marathon racers after the race from Glimmerglass State Park to the start area of the Half-Marathon, where Half-Marathon racers will park their vehicles.
Course Map
Running
The race will circle clockwise around the picturesque Otsego Lake. Runners will travel through Cooperstown, Springfield, Middlefield and the Town of Otsego. You will have views of the lake almost all the way as you pass Glimmerglass Opera, The Farmers Museum, The Otesaga Resort Hotel and several other landmarks. All of the races will be challenging, not only for the mileage, but also the elevation changes. It’s the perfect setting for a marathon!
Click here to view the 5K Race Map (10k runners will the 5k course twice)
Click here to view the 13.1 Race Map
Click here to view the 26.2 Race Map
Water Stations
We have 15 water/aid stations ready to go with very eager volunteers! GU, HONEY STINGERS and POWER AID will be available at several stations.
Click here to view the water station and course safety map (PDF, 143KB)
Course Restrooms
There are multiple areas where portable restrooms will be available on the courses.
2024 Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Title Finish Line Sponsor
Michelob Ultra in Conjunction with Saratoga Eagle
Sponsors
Past Races
2023 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon
2022 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon
2020 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon Cancelled
2019 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon
2018 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon
2017 Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon