From the Organizer
Join the Sullivan County High School Athletic Booster Club this summer for the Annual Griffin 5K Run/Walk! A 3.1 mile, relatively flat course around scenic Lake Mokoma on pavement, gravel, and trail surfaces. There will be a water stop at the halfway point. Refreshments will be provided at the finish, as well as medical services on-site.
WHERE: Lake Mokoma, Laporte - Sullivan County, PA. Lake Mokoma is nestled in the heart of the Endless Mountains in Sullivan County, PA at an elevation of 1,750 feet, near the county seat of Laporte.
* Race starts at Lake Mokoma Beach Parking Lot (look for signs)
REGISTRATION: Race day registration will be available from 7:30 - 8:00 AM.
FEES:
$25 pre-registered, includes a t-shirt if registered by July 7th
$20 Sullivan County High School/Elementary Students registered by July 7th
$30 for everyone on the day of the race or received July 8th and later
AWARDS: Trophies for the Overall Male and Female as well as medals for the top 3 Male and Female in age groups 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
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
77°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laporte, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Laporte, PA
City Elevation
1,805 ft
Nearest Airport
IPT
Williamsport Regional Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 118 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Griffin 5k?
- Griffin 5k is a running race held in Laporte, Pennsylvania on August 1, 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 Griffin 5k?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Laporte, Pennsylvania at Lake Mokoma. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Griffin 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Griffin 5k
Aug 1, 2026