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When
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
Where
100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Grafton NY
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Event: 38th Annual Run for the Roses
- Date: August 10, 2025
- Location: Grafton Lakes State Park, 100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Grafton, NY
- 5K Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
🏞️ The Course
- 5K Route: Follows the Park Entrance Road, continues along Route 2, around the Town Park and back into the Park on Long Pond Road.
- Course Profile: The first half of the course is downhill, with uphill slopes on the second half.
- Water Stations: Available near the half point.
- Finish Line: The Race finishes under the Race Banner.
👧 Fun Run for Kids
- Start Location: Begins in the main parking lot.
- Route: Proceeds through the woods and along the beach.
- Finish Line: Finishes under the Race Banner.
- Distance: 1 mile
🏆 Course Records
- Men’s Record: Rich Coughlin - 15:17 (1989)
- Women’s Record: Lori Hewig - 17:08 (1990)
🎖️ Awards and Participation
- Participation Awards: Ribbons and books to all runners and walkers.
- Time Clock: Will be running at the finish line for participant convenience.
- Awards Ceremony: Presented at the finish line immediately following the race.
- Re-refreshments: Provided post-race, with showers located near the finish line.
🌳 Facilities
- Park Amenities: Offers beach and picnic facilities.
- Stay Duration: Plan on staying all day!
🔗 More Information
- Registration Link: Grafton Run for the Roses 5K Registration
Course map
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