Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Half Marathon · Relay
From the Organizer
Dare to challenge yourself with the Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K! Wind your way through this beautiful course that runs through scenic roadways and paths of Cohasset and Grand Rapids. You will see lakes, trees, parks and everything in between. The route will first take you around beautiful Little Jay Gould lake, down a scenic trail and roadway, and finally around Horseshoe Lake on your way to the finish.
Bring some running shoes and a positive attitude to this race, and we will make sure to cheer you all the way to the finish!
All half marathon, half marathon relay and 5K participants will receive an official medal, swag bag, race shirt and post-race beverage, courtesy of Klockow Brewing Company!
Events
Half Marathon | Start time: 7:00AM
In an effort to provide the safest race experience for our participants, the race course will be supported for 3.5 hours (16:00/mile pace). Anyone remaining on the course past the time limit will be required to use the sidewalks and follow all pedestrian/traffic laws.
Half Marathon Relay| Start time: 7:00AM
The half marathon relay consists of TWO runners. The first runner will begin at the start line at Portage Park, while the second runner will hop on a bus and be transported to the exchange zone. The exchange zone will be at approximately the half way point of the half marathon. At the exchange zone the runners will tag off their partner. The second runner will complete the second half of the 13.1 distance while the first runner takes the bus to the finish line to cheer on other runners and enjoy the post race activities.
In an effort to provide the safest race experience for our participants, the race course will be supported for 3.5 hours (16:00/mile pace). Anyone remaining on the course past the time limit will be required to use the sidewalks and follow all pedestrian/traffic laws.
5K | Start time: 7:30AM
Details
All races will start and finish at Portage Park, 25570 Katherine Ave, Cohasset, MN 55721.
All races will be chip-timed.
Headphones are permitted to be worn by participants.
Strollers will not be permitted on the race course.
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
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pokegama Dam, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cohasset, MN
Population
2,700
as of 2023
Elevation
1,282 ft
Nearest Airport
HIB
Range Regional Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
75
Days to train
- Race
- Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K?
- Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K is a running race held in Cohasset, Minnesota on August 22, 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 Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Cohasset, Minnesota at 25570 Katherine Avenue, Cohasset, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K
Aug 22, 2026