Payette Lake Run

McCall, United States • 6 Sep 2026

Payette Lake Run - McCall, Idaho

The Payette Lake Run takes place on September 6, 2026 in McCall, Idaho. The event offers multiple race distances that follow routes around and near Payette Lake. All races start and finish at Brown Park in downtown McCall. Restroom facilities are provided on site.

The run will consist of these distances:

  • 30K full circuit around Payette Lake
  • 14K begins near North Beach on Payette Lake
  • 5K starts near Little Lake on Lick Creek Road

Packet pickup is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Gravity Sports, located at 200 Jacob St, McCall. Bus transportation is provided from Brown Park to the official start locations for the 14K and 5K; participants should be aware of the posted bus schedule.

Aid stations are staffed by volunteers and local youth, with eight stations on the 30K, three on the 14K, and one on the 5K. Results will be posted within 48 hours after the races. An awards presentation will recognize the top three male and top three female overall finishers in each race. Age groups are 10 years and under; 11 to 18 years; 19 to 35 years; 36 to 49 years; and 50 years and over.

Early bird registration discounts apply through August 1, 2026. Registration closes on September 4, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

30 km
30k
14 km
14k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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