About the ROOTED HALF MARATHON
The course runs through Orion Oaks County Park on well-kept trails that cut through wooded sections and open grassy areas. The terrain rolls gently for the most part, with nothing punishing underfoot. The organizers say it feels more like a northern forest than a suburban park, and from the sound of the trail system, that tracks.
The start and finish area sits inside one of the park's dog pen enclosures, which open directly onto the trail system. Dogs on leash are welcome on the course for the shorter distance. A dog rescue organization and an animal welfare foundation both have booths on site, and there is a pet adoption opportunity at the finish area.
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THE ROOTED HALF MARATHON 2026 Results
Going by the 2026 results, this is a small, friendly field, with a competitive front end and a big recreational middle.
Half Marathon Results · 2026
77finishers
1:24:34winner
2:22:25median
3:57:46cutoff
Top 3: SHANE SKELCY (1:24:34) · Alexander Pollack (1:28:14) · Avdo Jakupovic (1:29:23)
5K Results · 2026
53finishers
22:09winner
36:15median
1:52:50cutoff
Top 3: Terry Moller (22:09) · Nick Major (22:46) · Jason Lucka (23:31)
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.
Distances & Start Times
13.1 Miles9/12/2027 08:30$65
6.2 Miles9/12/2027 08:30$65
3.1 Miles9/12/2027 08:45$40
3.1 Miles9/12/2027 08:50$45
6.2 Miles9/12/2027 08:30$65
3.1 Miles9/12/2027 08:45$45
13.1 Miles9/12/2027 08:00$65
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