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Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k

Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k

A small-town Boston Qualifier along the scenic Raquette River.

Race Date

Oct 9, 2027

Location

Potsdam, NY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 9, 2027
Location
Potsdam, New York
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
126

Highlights

Good For

BQ Relevant

Atmosphere

Low KeyLocal CommunityWell SupportedEasy Parking

Course

Scenic Route

The Experience

The Raquette River Marathon and Half Marathon offer an intimate race day experience in Potsdam, New York, drawing around 60 runners to the banks of the scenic Raquette River. The USATF-certified course winds along River Road, rolling through quiet countryside with the river as a constant companion. Despite its small field, this race punches above its weight as a Boston Qualifier, making it a hidden gem for runners chasing that BQ.

Start and finish at the Potsdam Arena, with plenty of parking and restrooms on site. Aid stations every 1.5 miles keep you fueled, and the swag bag includes a T-shirt, sports drink, granola, and fruit. The race supports local community organizations, adding a warm, hometown feel. If you're looking for a low-key, well-organized race with genuine character, this is it.

Race-provided description

To be guaranteed a race shirt, registrants must register by 2 weeks before race day.  Race shirts will then be on an availability basis and not guaranteed. The Raquette River Marathon and races run along the scenic Raquette River along River Rd, starting and finishing in Potsdam at the Potsdam Arena.  The course involves rolling hills and is certified by USATF and therefore a Boston Qualifier Certified USATF Map .  All races start together at 9:00.  Plenty of parking at Pine Street Arena.  See our website Raquette River Racing and Timing and Facebook page Raquette River on FB for additional information and updates. ALL CHARGES MAY INCLUDE PROCESSING FEES.  Hotel registration link:  https://stay.visitstlc.com/raquette-river-marathon Our sponsors for 2026 were Seacomm Federal Credit Union, Barstow Motors, and T&R Liquors.  We made donations to the Global Service Initiative of Delta Upsilon, the Community Impact Fund for School Readiness for Phi Sigma Sigma, and Sigma Phi Epsilon's national philanthropy. Video of Raquette River 2022 Certified Map  Additional details and certified map above.  There will be restrooms at the start finish and portable johns near both the half marathon turn-around and the marathon turn-around points.  A swag bag with registration materials will be handed out to all pre-registered athletes that will include their bib and pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and more.  Water/sports drink stops will exist every 1.5 miles along the course and at the start finish.  RACE DAY-  Check-in inside the arena by the finish line, awards begin approximately 30 minutes after the last finisher of each race and there will be concessions/food vendor on site from 8:30-3:00. Awards for races are as follows:  Half Marathon and Marathon runners will receive medals at finish, and we will do 1st-3rd overall male and female podium awards after the top 3 finishers have come in for each of those races.  CASH AWARDS planned again for the 2027!  These are expected to be $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, and $75 for 3rd for both men and women but could change.  The half marathon also has cash prizes.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 9, 2027

Start Time

9:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

43 Pine St, Potsdam, NY, 13676

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River, Small Town

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles6.2 Miles3.1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage6/20

3 years running

Size8/15

~34 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty7/20

7% returning runners

Course & details3/15

5 timing sources

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:21:35

Weather8/10

typical high 50°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

30°

Afternoon (High)

50°

Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

65%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 126 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2024

Total finishers

126

Median time

1:58:57

Latest turnout

61

States

1

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 1:553:30

Turnout by year

2022–2024

'22'23'24
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Frequently asked

When is the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k?

The Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k is held on Saturday, October 9, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k take place?

It takes place in Potsdam, New York.

What distances does the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.

Is the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k course flat and good for a PR?

The Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k is a rolling hills, out & back course.

How many people run the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k?

HalfRuns has finish records for 126 runners who have completed the Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k.

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