Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Olsztyn Independence Run
Olsztyn, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Lakes & Ponds Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Scenic courses circling lakes, reservoirs, and pond landscapes along waterfront paths. Browse 1,890 events (36 confirmed dates) and 7,403 races from 0.5 km to 110 km.
Events1,89036 confirmed dates
Competitions7,403Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 110 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail du Pastel
Balma, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42 km23 km16 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+5
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Beaujo Run'in Rock
Saint-Georges-de-Reneins, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
13 km6.66 km1.3 km666 m+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Salvagny Trail Tour
La Tour-de-Salvagny, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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
Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
De Ronde Venen Marathon
Abcoude, Netherlands
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Guilin Marathon
Guilin, China
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Authre Tour Trail
Naucelles, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
15 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run | Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Trail du Pastel | Balma, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km23 km16 km11 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Beaujo Run'in Rock | Saint-Georges-de-Reneins, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 13 km6.66 km1.3 km666 m |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Salvagny Trail Tour | La Tour-de-Salvagny, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 20 km10 km7 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 | De Ronde Venen Marathon | Abcoude, Utrecht, NL | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Guilin Marathon | Guilin, Guangxi Region, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Authre Tour Trail | Naucelles, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km13 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Marathon Monumental de Brasília |  Brasília, Distrito Federal, BR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Trail des Forges | Pont-Évêque, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 21 km14 km7 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Battersea Park Half Marathon |  London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | UCI Gran Fondo 7 Lagos |  Villa La Angostura, Neuquén, AR | Road Cycling | 110 km6 km |
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Overview & Route Character
Scenic courses circling lakes, reservoirs, and pond landscapes along waterfront paths. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Lakes & Ponds theme currently spans 1,890 public events and 7,403 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Full lake loops, waterfront half marathons, open-water swims, and triathlons are hallmark formats. Primary disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 0.5 km to 110 km.
Mostly flat or gently rolling lakeside paths of tarmac, fine gravel, and wooden boardwalks support steady pacing. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +1,550 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Olsztyn, Balma, Saint-Georges-de-Reneins, and La Tour-de-Salvagny. Notable events in this category include Olsztyn Independence Run, Trail du Pastel, and Beaujo Run'in Rock. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Lakes & Ponds events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Scenic courses circling lakes, reservoirs, and pond landscapes along waterfront paths. RunningCompass currently lists 1,890 events with 7,403 individual competitions under the Lakes & Ponds theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Lakes & Ponds races?
Full lake loops, waterfront half marathons, open-water swims, and triathlons are hallmark formats. The 7,403 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 110 km, led by Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Lakes & Ponds?
Mostly flat or gently rolling lakeside paths of tarmac, fine gravel, and wooden boardwalks support steady pacing. Races in this theme reach up to +1,550 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Lakes & Ponds events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Olsztyn, Balma, Saint-Georges-de-Reneins, and La Tour-de-Salvagny. Notable events in this category include Olsztyn Independence Run, Trail du Pastel, and Beaujo Run'in Rock. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 1,890 events by country, region, month, and distance.