About the 2026 Leaf Peeper Half Marathon
The course starts near the pavilions at Yaman Park, loops behind the lake, then comes back past the playground before heading out along East River Road to a turnaround and back. It is an out-and-back shape with a lake loop built in at the start, so the terrain stays relatively gentle and the surroundings shift from parkland to open road.
Parking is at the park itself. Check-in opens well before the start and closes shortly before the gun, so arriving early is worth it. Day-of registration is available, but cash only if you go that route.
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Distances & Start Times
13.1 Miles9/26/2026 07:30$75
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