In 48 days · Sat, Nov 14, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Where
697 Melton Lake Drive, Oak Ridge TN
Distances
Half · 5K
Typical weather
41–60°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
36–66°F
dry
2024
51–61°F
rain
2023
43–67°F
dry
2022
28–50°F
dry
2021
32–52°F
dry
2020
42–64°F
dry
2019
30–48°F
dry
2018
37–44°F
rain
2017
38–56°F
dry
2016
44–64°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Secret City Half Marathon and 5K
- Date: November 14, 2026
- Location: 697 Melton Lake Drive, Oak Ridge, TN
- URL: Race Registration
Half Marathon Description
- Starting Point: The scenic Melton Lake Park peninsula.
- Course Features: Runs along beautiful Melton Lake and an operational quarry for varied scenery.
- Private Road: Continues along a serene, tree-lined private road winding through Oak Ridge.
- Finish Line: Concludes along the water's edge back at the peninsula.
5K Race Description
- Starting and Finishing Point: Starts and finishes at Melton Lake Park peninsula.
- Course Path: Follows the water's edge along Melton Lake to Elza Gate Park.
- Return Route: Double backs down the walking trail to the peninsula.
- Experience: A very scenic, easy, and enjoyable 5K run.
Course Certifications
- Half Marathon Certification: USATF certified with certification # TN15066MS.
- 5K Certification: Cert #: TN15077MS.
Course map
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