Lake Area Runners Presents Swamp Stomp 1/2 Marathon & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026

The Swamp Stomp Half Marathon begins and ends at Graywood Park in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Participants will run on the roads within the Graywood Plantation community. Lake Area Runners organizes the event, which features a flat, fast half marathon for runners aged 14 and older. A 1 Mile Fun Run follows the half marathon, starting from the same line, offering a shorter out-and-back route for families and younger participants. The half marathon route follows neighborhood streets instead of open terrain. Runners will find several water stops and portable restrooms along the course. To earn the medal and jacket, finishers must complete the half marathon within four hours. This time limit accommodates both steady recreational runners and those aiming for a faster finish. Following the race, the event transitions into a park gathering with complimentary food from Bolton Ford, drinks, games, and music.