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Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Potsdam, NY
43 Pine St, 13676
Type
RUN
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Distances & registration

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  • 3.1 MilesSat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $25.00

    Opens Jul 29, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Apr 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

  • 6.2 MilesSat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $35.00

    Opens Jul 29, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Apr 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

  • 13.1 MilesSat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $45.00

    Opens Jul 29, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Apr 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

  • 26.2 MilesSat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $60.00

    Opens Jul 29, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Apr 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

Practical details

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Fit snapshot

Great fit if a USATF-certified Boston Qualifier, this event offers scenic river views and rolling hills in Potsdam, NY, with cash awards for top finishers.

Who this is best for

Best for

  • runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for

  • walkers-only pacing

Race-day feel

Atmosphere
Competitive
Course feel
Mixed course character · scenic notes
Planning feel
Destination-worthy effort

Course snapshot

Rolling · Timed race

Difficulty

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Push Potential

longer distance

Several factors that can add challenge if you are undertrained.

marathon distance, rolling area, typically mild weather

  • Rolling area

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Good fit for

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  • Scenic
  • Competitive

A USATF-certified Boston Qualifier, this event offers scenic river views and rolling hills in Potsdam, NY, with cash awards for top finishers.

Summary

The Raquette River Marathon and races offer a scenic journey along the Raquette River in Potsdam, NY. Known for its rolling hills, the marathon course is USATF certified and serves as a Boston Qualifier. Runners can choose from various distances, all starting together. The event provides ample support with water stops, restrooms, and a welcoming atmosphere at the Potsdam Arena start/finish.

What to expect

  • Run along the scenic Raquette River on a course with rolling hills.
  • Enjoy frequent water and sports drink stops every 1.5 miles.
  • Receive a swag bag with your bib, t-shirt, and snacks.

Standout details

  • USATF Certified Boston Qualifier
  • Cash awards for top finishers
  • Rolling hills along the Raquette River
  • Swag bag with t-shirt and snacks

Share line

Ready for a challenge? The Raquette River Marathon in Potsdam, NY, offers a scenic, USATF-certified course with rolling hills and cash awards. Find your pace.

Before you sign up or book travel, confirm the final schedule, distances, and logistics on the organizer's official site or registration page.

From the organizer

The Raquette River Marathon and races run along the scenic Raquette River along River Rd, starting and finishing in Potsdam at the Potsdam Arena.  The course involves rolling hills and is certified by USATF and therefore a Boston Qualifier Certified USATF Map .  All races start together at 9:00.  Plenty of parking at Pine Street Arena.  See our website Raquette River Racing and Timing and Facebook page Raquette River on FB for additional information and updates.

ALL CHARGES MAY INCLUDE PROCESSING FEES.  Hotel registration link:   https://stay.visitstlc.com/raquette-river-marathon

Our sponsor for 2025 was Seacomm Federal Credit Union.  We made donations to the Global Service Initiative of Delta Upsilon, and the Community Impact Fund for School Readiness for Phi Sigma Sigma.

Video of Raquette River 2022

Certified Map

Additional details and certified map above.  There will be restrooms at the start finish and portable johns near both the half marathon turn-around and the marathon turn-around points.  A swag bag with registration materials will be handed out to all pre-registered athletes that will include their bib and pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and more.  Water/sports drink stops will exist every 1.5 miles along the course and at the start finish.

RACE DAY-  Check-in inside the arena by the finish line, awards begin approximately 30 minutes after the last finisher of each race and there will be concessions/ food vendor on site from 8:30-3:00.

Awards for races are as follows:  Half Marathon and Marathon runners will receive medals at finish, and we will do 1st-3rd overall male and female podium awards after the top 3 finishers have come in for each of those races.  CASH AWARDS planned again for the 2026!  These are expected to be $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, and $50 for 3rd for both men and women but could change.  The half marathon also had cash prizes in 2024 and 2025.

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