Franconia Notch Half Marathon

Join us for the annual USA Track and Field certified, 13.1 mile out and back run on the paved Franconia Notch Bike Path. This beautiful run takes place in one of the most scenic locations in New England, passing by numerous iconic landmarks in the Franconia Notch State Park. Keep warm in the Peabody Lodge available right at the start and finish.

The race will start at the base lodge of Cannon Mountain, then running 13.1 miles out and back on the paved bike path passing through Franconia Notch. Along the way runners pass by Echo Lake, Cannon Mountain, The Old Man viewing site, Profile Lake, Boise Rock, The Basin, and The Flume, all the while winding along the Pemigewasset River. This run not only provides runners with one of the most beautiful routes around, but also the protection from cars and traffic and shelter from fall weather. There is a 4-hour time limit for the course which accommodates an 18.32 minute mile.

Finisher medal and event t-shirt awarded to every runner. ***Cash prizes to top 3 overall men and women ($500 1st place, $250 2nd place, $100 3rd place). Top 3 overall and in each age group category win awards/prizes.

Join us for a cookout after the race on the deck of Cannon Mountain Peabody Lodge, starting at 11:30 and continuing through awards. Meal tickets available for purchase in advance for $10. Meal tickets also available for purchase at event for $12 though may be limited supply.