Lake Tahoe Marathon
Run the Rim of North America's Most Beautiful Alpine Lake at 6,225 Feet.
Race day
4
Oct 2026
Run the Rim of North America's Most Beautiful Alpine Lake at 6,225 Feet.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 4 October 2026Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:30 local (America/Los Angeles)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half MarathonCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Location | Lake Tahoe, California, United StatesCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start area | South Lake Tahoe, 4066 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $95–$145Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Point to point · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 320 mCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 900 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Lake Tahoe MarathonCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Official website | laketahoemarathon.comOrganizer · 24 May 2026 | Organizer | 24 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Run the rim of North America's most beautiful alpine lake — sapphire Tahoe at 6,225 feet in peak autumn colour.
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Best For
Runners comparing road race options
Lake Tahoe Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon options around Lake Tahoe, California, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Lake Tahoe Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Lake Tahoe, California, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, point to point course, certified course, 320 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Lake Tahoe Marathon is currently listed for October 4, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Lake Tahoe, California, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, point to point course, certified course, 320 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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