Saturday, October 26th, 2024
9:00 a.m.
13.1 Miles
Franconia, NH
About
Join us for the annual Franconia Notch Half Marathon—a stunning out-and-back run on the iconic Franconia Notch recreational path. This paved course takes you past some of New Hampshire’s most breathtaking landmarks, including Echo Lake, the Old Man viewing site, Cannon Mountain, Profile Lake, Boise Rock, Lafayette Campground, the Basin, the Flume, and the Pemigewasset River, all surrounded by the vibrant colors of New England’s fall foliage.
But this race is more than just a run—it’s a fundraiser with a purpose. Every step you take helps support Adaptive Sports Partners, empowering individuals of all abilities to enjoy the transformative power of year-round adaptive sports. Your participation and donations ensure that athletes of all ages and disabilities can access activities like skiing, biking, kayaking, and more, regardless of their ability to pay.
By joining us, you’re not just running a beautiful course—you’re making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, helping them thrive through sport and recreation. Thank you for supporting our mission of building a more inclusive and accessible community for everyone!
Race Weekend Details
Friday, October 25th:
- Race Packet Pick-Up: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Cannon Mountain, Peabody Lodge, First Floor
Saturday, October 26th:
- Registration: Opens at 7:00 AM
- Race Start: 9:00 AM
Post-Race Cookout:
- Starts at 11:30 a.m.
- Hosted on the decks of Cannon Mountain Peabody Lodge.
- Meal tickets available for online purchase until October 13th, 2024, and on race day. Tickets are available for participants and their families/friends who come to cheer them on.
Location and Parking:
- Cannon Mountain, Peabody Lodge Facilities (Exit 34C) – https://www.cannonmt.com/mountain/directions
- Parking is available in the dirt lot across the road from the lodge. Signage will be posted. For accessible parking, please pull into the lodge parking area (right).
- Start Line: Parking lot below the Peabody Lodge
- Address: 2650 Profile Rd, Franconia, NH 03580
- Prize winners will be announced soon following the podium finishers for each division so please stick around!
- THERE IS MINIMAL CELL PHONE SERVICE IN THE FRANCONIA NOTCH. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
Registration
Registration Fees:
- $75: Early registration (until July 31, 2024)
- $85: Standard registration (August 1, 2024 – October 13, 2024)
- $90: Day-of registration (cash only)
Note: To receive an event t-shirt, your registration must be completed by September 30, 2024.
Awards and Prizes
Event Perks:
- Event T-Shirt: Available to all participants who register by September 30, 2024.
- T-Shirt Deadline has passed!
- Finisher Medal: Awarded to every runner.
Awards:
- Top Male and Female Overall Finishers: $500 each
- Age Group Winners: Prizes awarded to winners in each age category
Course Maps
Contact Us!
If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out to our race director, Judy Northrop, at judy@adaptivesportspartners.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk the event ?
Yes, walkers are welcome! Just be sure to finish by 1 p.m., which allows 4 hours to complete the course.
Will there be aid stations?
Yes! There will be aid stations approximately every mile, stocked with water, Gatorade, bananas, and Clif gel.
Is the race timed?
Yes! The race is officially timed.
Is the race a USATF Sanctioned Event?
Yes! The race is USTF sanctioned and could serve as a qualifier for other events.
Can I have headphones?
We discourage the use of headphones on the course because they make it harder to hear race marshals and other runner traffic.
Can I run with a stroller?
Yes! We welcome runners with strollers but ask that you start at the end of the pack to avoid disrupting other participants.