Adirondack Marathon

The Adirondack Marathon is spectacular. One lap around beautiful Schroon Lake festooned in autumnal brilliance, and blanketed with enthusiastic spectators and a legion of smiling volunteers. For a small village in the woods to turn out in droves (700+ volunteers) speaks volumes about how runner-friendly, and people-oriented this event is. This was my first 26.2, but I've run many races from 1-milers to half-marathons that weren't nearly as friendly. Or challenging. Train for the hills! And pace yourself. I could have walked a hill or two in the front half to save my legs for the last miles. Still, proud to be an age-division winner of local maple syrup. Hats off to all you super citizens of Schroon Lake, NY. You are amazing. More Cowbell!

This was my first time running the Adirondack marathon and it was an absolutely breathtaking course. One area for improvement that I would recommend is moving up the start time. The temperature reached 82° and it was humid. Due to global warming a 9 AM start time is probably not feasible for a future races. I was able to enter the early bird after switching my time and so the heat was not a big problem by starting at 7 AM. Overall the views of the lake were amazing the crowd support was great. It is a more challenging course with some steep hills and my GPS measured over 1500' in elevation gain. This is also a smaller race so if you are comfortable with running alone for some parts this race is for you.

Stunning views, excellent race support, and an incredible after race party too with gorgeous views of Schroon Lake and mountains! The after race celebration is really special because it's for family and friends of racers too. My family runs the marathon relay every year, and we come from all over the country to make it each year. The race organization is top notch! Great race for individuals and families!