Green Lake Road Race
- Date
- July 5, 2026
- Location
- 159 Lake Ave S, Spicer, MN
- Distance
- Individual · 2-Person Relay · 4-Person Relay
From the Organizer
Location:
159 Lake Ave S
Spicer, MN
Packet Pick Up: Zorbaz parking lot - look for tent
Start of Race: Between Mel’s Sport Shop and the fishing access. Arrive 10 minutes early for pre-race meeting.
Description:
The Green Lake Road Race is a 12 mile run that can be completed individually, as a 2-person relay or as a 4-person relay. Only the 12 mile run with be scored in the series.
Race start time is 7am. The start location will be between Mel’s Sport Shop and the fishing access. Plan to be at the starting line ten minutes ahead of your start time for the pre-race meeting.
You should have your bib number attached on the front of your shirt just above the waist to get the best read-rate. Bibs located anywhere else will have a lower read-rate. Bib numbers need to be visible when you cross the finish line.
Water stop locations: 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 mile marks. Gatorade available upon request. Trash cans will be spaced along the course. Please DO NOT drop cups on the course.
Two utility vehicles will be patrolling the course. Extra water will be available on the carts.
Upon finishing the race, refreshments will be available for each runner.
Times will be available at www.pickleevents.com. The award winners will be posted online.
Awards presentation will be behind Zorbaz on the deck. Estimated time of 9:15 am.
Special instructions for the relays:
Bus service will be available for the relays. The first bus stop will be located in the Spicer Legion parking lot. The bus will leave at 7:05 am, just after the race starts. Cheer on the runners as you pass them. The bus will make laps around the lake dropping off runners at their starting point and returning runners to the finish.
If you do not wish to use the bus service, please plan your return trip to the finish line or home.
Relay spots will be at the same locations as 2023. Restrooms and water available at each exchange point.
2-person relay exchange location: 6 mile mark.
4-person relay exchange locations: 3.25 mile, 6 mile mark, 9 mile mark.
Race Entry Includes:
- Race shirt (guaranteed if registered by June 22nd)
- Refreshments after the race
Race Day Schedule:
- 6am - Packet Pick Up - Zorbaz parking lot, look for the tent
- 7am - Race Starts - arrive to the start line 10 minutes before the start of the race for a pre-race meeting
- 7:05am - The relay bus takes off to drop off relay participants (be sure to cheer on the runners as you pass!)
- 9:15am - Estimated start time for awards, behind Zorbaz on the deck
Runners Shirts:
Runners pre-registered by June 22nd will be guaranteed their shirt size. After June 23rd race shirts are on as first come first served basis until sold out.
Divisions:
Men: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 and 85+
Women: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 and 85+
Family: Average time for 2 runners of the same family (A. Husband-Wife | B. Parent-Child | C. Brothers and/or Sisters)
Relay Teams: 2-person, 4-person. No breakdown by gender or age.
Times will be available at www.pickleevents.com.
Awards:
- Medals for the top female and top male
- Medals for places 1-3 in each division
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New London, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Spicer, MN
Elevation
1,192 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 47 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 86 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- What is the Green Lake Road Race?
- Green Lake Road Race is a running race held in Spicer, Minnesota on July 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Green Lake Road Race?
- Sunday, July 5, 2026 in Spicer, Minnesota at 159 Lake Ave S, Spicer, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
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- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Green Lake Road Race
Jul 5, 2026