THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY
The L8KES RUN kicks off at 9:00 AM on September 20, 2026, at Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville, New York, giving you a reasonable morning window to get to 7900 Green Lakes Road. The event supports Charity For Children and offers five distance options to suit different training goals: a 1200-yard option, 2-mile, 5K, 8K, and 13K. Both running and walking are supported, so you can choose your intensity level. Entry fees range from free to $65.00, depending on the distance selected. Whether you're using this race as a tempo effort mid-training cycle or as a standalone community event, you'll find a distance that fits your schedule and fitness level.
Course & Travel Notes
You'll want to fly into Syracuse Hancock International Airport, which is conveniently just 8.5 miles from Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville where the race takes place on September 20th at 9:00 AM. The venue sits at 591 feet elevation, and with sunrise around 6:49 AM, you'll have good morning light for the start. Pack layers since September in this area typically sees highs around 73°F and lows around 53°F, and there's about a one-in-three chance of rain that day, so waterproof gear is worth throwing in your bag.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fayetteville, NY. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY?
THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Fayetteville, New York.
Where is THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY held?
THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY is held at 7900 Green Lakes Road in Fayetteville, New York.
Where can I find hotels near THE L8KES RUN – Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park) 2026 — Fayetteville, NY?
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