About the Lakeside Donut Chase 5K & 10K
The course runs through the Lake Hopatcong area with lake views opening up along the way. The terrain is paved but rolling, with real hills mixed in, so it is not a flat cruise. Those running the longer distance do a couple of loops of the same route, which means you get a second look at the scenery and the climbs.
Packet pickup details are still being finalized, so worth checking back closer to race day. The event benefits cancer research, and the post-race atmosphere leans into the donut theme, so expect a sweet finish.
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Distances & Start Times
5K3/27/2027 09:00$30
10K3/27/2027 09:00$35
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