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Plattsburgh Tour de Force charity run and bike race
Plattsburgh, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80.47 km40.23 km21.1 km10 km+2
Charity RunLakes & Ponds+5
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races at Lake Champlain
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 47 races in Lake Champlain with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions47Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Run Vermont City
Burlington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km3.22 km1.61 km805 m
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+5
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Shelburne Half Marathon
Shelburne, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Charlotte Covered Bridges
Shelburne, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Plattsburgh Tour de Force charity run and bike race | Plattsburgh, New York, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 80.47 km40.23 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Vermont City | Burlington, Vermont, US | Road Running | 42.2 km3.22 km1.61 km805 m |
| Date to be announced | Shelburne Half Marathon | Shelburne, Vermont, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Charlotte Covered Bridges | Shelburne, Vermont, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Lake Champlain (United States, Vermont) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 47 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Road Cycling, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Plattsburgh, Burlington, Shelburne, and West Ocean City. Notable events in the selection include Plattsburgh Tour de Force charity run and bike race, Run Vermont City, and Shelburne Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.8 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Lake Champlain includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Lake Champlain?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 47 individual races in Lake Champlain. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Plattsburgh Tour de Force charity run and bike race, Run Vermont City, and Shelburne Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Lake Champlain?
Events in Lake Champlain focus on Road Running, Road Cycling, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.8 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Plattsburgh, Burlington, Shelburne, and West Ocean City.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Lake Champlain?
The most selective courses in Lake Champlain climb up to +1,550 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Lake Champlain?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
