Lake Monster 5k and 12k 2026

The Lake Monster 5k, 12K, and 1.5 mile walk begins at Chaumont's newest park, Veteran's Memorial Park at 12200 NYS Route 12E. (Next to Wise Guy's Restaurant) 

Runners then make their way to Point Salubrious for a 5K out and back or 12K loop along the scenic Lake Ontario shoreline with views of Guffin, Sawmill and Chaumont Bay, as well as Cherry Island. A 1.5 mile walk will follow the same direction as the 5K and will also be out and back.  Our Lake Monster logo was designed by a Lyme Central School student, Rosamond Hunt. The creature is A Great Blue Heron, Osprey and Northern Pike hybrid and represents the lush Great Lakes wildlife.  Proceeds will benefit Lyme Parks and Recreation.

DATE: The timed road race and walk will start at 9 am on Sunday May 24th. 

REGISTRATION FEE AND T-SHIRTS: Pre-registration includes a t-shirt until April 30th. After April 30th, registration will will not include a t-shirt. Limited t-shirts will be available for purchase on race day. 1.5 mile walk is not timed. All registrations, including day of will be online only.  No paper or cash will be accepted.

ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION: There will be restroom facilities available, but no showers. 

COURSE MAPS:  https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/18973480346?share_unique_id=2

*Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in both the 5k and 12K. The top male and female winner in the 12k will be awarded the lake monster trophy!

*See our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lakemonster5k12k for all updates and changes.  

Join fellow runners on May 24, 2026 for the Lake Monster 5k and 12k 2026. It's a fantastic 5K, 12K, 2.4K featuring a flat and fast course in Chaumont.