Empire State Half Marathon & 5k

The Empire State Half Marathon & 5k takes place in October at Rockland Lake State Park in Congers, New York. The half marathon course is designed for speed: its USATF-certified loop gains 135 feet over 13.1 miles, with high and low points differing by only 15 feet. The 5k begins first, with the half marathon starting an hour later. The half marathon route consists of slightly more than four laps around Rockland Lake, offering runners a consistent, predictable path. Aid stations are positioned every mile, providing water and Gatorade. Runners are assigned to corrals based on their submitted seed times during registration. All finishers get a medal and a tech shirt. Athletes with faster times may apply for the Elite Athlete Program, which offers benefits like complimentary entry, dedicated water stations, priority baggage claim, and potential accommodation.