Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike
Old Forge Marathon Weekend offers a scenic Adirondack Park escape with multiple distances and unique challenges.
Race Date
Sep 10, 2026
Location
Old Forge, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Location
- Old Forge, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 48.6 Miles, 32.4 Miles, 19.3 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 12 Miles, 50K, 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,056
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Old Forge Marathon Weekend transforms the Adirondack Park into a vibrant race hub each fall. Runners can choose from a full slate of events, including a 50K ultra, marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, plus unique multi-sport challenges like the Ky-Tri (kayak, bike, run) or the 12-mile Gravel Grinder bike race. This event, now in its 11th year, draws participants from across approximately eight states, with a median field size of around 214 finishers.
The half marathon course is a flat, paved loop, offering a straightforward path through the picturesque surroundings. While the typical winning time for the half is around 68 minutes, the event is known for its loyalty, with about 29% of participants returning year after year. The custom hoodie and dual event medals are among the notable giveaways, adding to the appeal of this destination race.
Race-provided description
Ultra - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K + Challenges (Loony, Super Loony or ADKrazy!) Run the beautiful Adirondack Park this fall in Old Forge NY. A true destination location at the most perfect time of year! Choose from the ULTRA (50K), FULL or HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K, or push yourself with the ADKrazy or Loon or Super Loon Challenge.
Want to switch it up? Grab your paddle, sneakers & bike for the Ky-Tri or just your bike for the 12Mile Gravel Grinder.
Logistics
Race Day
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Start Time
8:15 AM
Giveaway
Custom apparel (1 event medal)
Start Location
George T Hiltebrant Recreation Center, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park, Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout6312 years running
~59 finishers a year
shrinking
15% returning runners
5 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 7 states
winner 1:33:04
typical high 67°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
67°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
83%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,056 finishers actually crossed the line across 12 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,056
Median time
2:16:44
Latest turnout
59
States
26
Turnout by year
2019–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike?
The Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike was held on Thursday, September 10, 2026, starting at 8:15 AM.
Where does the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike take place?
It takes place in Old Forge, New York.
What distances does the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 48.6 Miles, 32.4 Miles, 19.3 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 12 Miles, 50K, 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.
Is the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike course flat and good for a PR?
The Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,056 runners who have completed the Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike.
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