Lake Placid Marathon
Lake Placid Marathon gives runners a certified Boston qualifier from the Olympic oval through rolling Adirondack roads and Mirror Lake views.
Quick facts
- Double out-and-back from Main Street, with flat sections, rolling hills, and Mirror Lake miles.
- Certified Boston qualifier that starts and finishes by the Olympic Speedskating Oval.
- The marathon field sells out, so late entry is rarely an option.
- Mid-June is mild, but hills and sun make even pacing more useful than early climbing.
About the Lake Placid Marathon
This Adirondack destination marathon starts and finishes by the Olympic Speedskating Oval, with the half marathon and 10K sharing race morning.
Course
The marathon is a double out-and-back from Main Street, mixing flat sections, rolling hills, shaded roads, open mountain views, and Mirror Lake miles.
Race-day weather
Mid-June in Lake Placid is usually mild, but hills, sun, and mountain weather can change the feel. Even pacing is more useful than forcing early climbs.
Past Lake Placid Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, June 13, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, June 14, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, June 9, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Lake Placid Marathon FAQ
When is the Lake Placid Marathon?
The 2027 Lake Placid Marathon is on Sunday, June 13, 2027.
Is Lake Placid Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Lake Placid Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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