About the Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile
The course runs along a paved trail beside Greenfield Lake, out and back, starting and finishing in front of the amphitheater. The surface is smooth enough for strollers and wheelchairs, so the crowd on course tends to be mixed. It is a flat route with the lake alongside, and the amphitheater grounds give the finish area an open, easy-to-navigate feel.
This event is built around more than the race itself. Your bib gets you into fitness classes from several local studios and access to a sauna and cold plunge setup on site. Local wellness and lifestyle vendors are there too, so the post-race scene is more of a full morning at the lake than a quick pack-up-and-go.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles9/27/2026 08:00$40
1 Mile9/27/2026 08:05$30
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