Towne Lake Half Marathon
Towne Lake Half Marathon: a flat, fast, small-town Texas race.
Race Date
Mar 7, 2027
Location
McKinney, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, March 7, 2027
- Location
- McKinney, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,428
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Towne Lake Half Marathon offers a flat, USATF-certified course circling the serene Towne Lake in McKinney, Texas. With no significant elevation change, this is a prime candidate for a personal best, set against the backdrop of Collin County's trails and lake views.
Drawing a median field of around 258 runners, about 20% return year after year. The race attracts participants from four states, creating an intimate, community-driven atmosphere typical of small-town Texas events. Typical race-day weather hovers between 47°F and 66°F, with low precipitation—ideal conditions for fast times.
The finish line brings a sense of accomplishment and the reward of exploring McKinney's charm. Whether you're chasing a PR or enjoying a scenic run, this half marathon delivers a polished, low-key experience that keeps runners coming back.
Race-provided description
Explore some of the best trails and views in Collin County. All three courses are USATF certified and feature beautiful views of Towne Lake and McKinney, Texas.
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Small Town
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Standout696 years running
~258 finishers a year
shrinking
20% returning runners
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
runners from 4 states
winner 1:20:31
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
47°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
16 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,428 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
1,428
Median time
2:10:49
Latest turnout
232
States
19
Turnout by year
2021–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Towne Lake Half Marathon?
The Towne Lake Half Marathon is held on Sunday, March 7, 2027.
Where does the Towne Lake Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in McKinney, Texas.
What distances does the Towne Lake Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Towne Lake Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Towne Lake Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Towne Lake Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,428 runners who have completed the Towne Lake Half Marathon.
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