2026 Stinson Lake 5K Run/Walk

This August, the Stinson Lake 5K Run/Walk celebrates its 12th year as a fundraiser for the Stinson Lake Association’s Lake Host Program, which works to protect Stinson Lake from aquatic invasive species and preserve it for future generations.

Note: The race is capped at 200 participants. Register in advance! 

This year’s race will be in person only. Due to rising shipping and administrative costs, we will not offer a virtual option, but supporters who can’t attend are still welcome to donate (online or by mail) or purchase a race shirt separately. Last year’s shirts are available for purchase at the Barn Door Hostel (30 Stone Hill Rd, Rumney).

RACE DETAILS

When: Saturday, Aug. 15, 9 a.m. start time 

Where: White Mountain Ranch beach (formerly Happy T Ranch; 75 Ranch Rd, Rumney, NH 03266). Race course is 3.1 miles, mostly paved, out-and-back on Stinson Lake Road, starting and finishing on dirt road (Ranch Rd) with turnaround at the Stinson Lake public boat ramp. 

Early bird registration: $30 per person by July 15, comes with a T-shirt

Regular online registration: $35 per person July 16-Aug. 12 (T-shirts not guaranteed)

Last-minute / race-day registration: $40 per person; in-person at the following times and locations (cash or check only):

• Friday, Aug. 14 from 4-5 p.m. at the Stinson Lake Association Community Building (15 Community House Road, Rumney, NH)
• Saturday, Aug. 15 from 7:45–8:30 AM at White Mountain Ranch beach

Group discount: Families or groups of 4 or more will receive $5 off per person when they register online under a single transaction.

Pre-race packet pickup: Friday, Aug. 14, from 4-5 p.m. at the Stinson Lake Association Community Building (15 Community House Road, Rumney, NH)

Awards: Overall top 3 men & women, gender age-group winners (1-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+), and team awards (see below).

NEW THIS YEAR — Team Challenge
Create a team when registering! Gather your family, camp, coworkers, neighbors, or friends and participate together. Awards and recognition will be given for:

• Largest Team
• Fastest Team (must be registered as a Competitive Team; top 3 finishers scored)
• Top Fundraiser 
• Biggest Age Gap (registered entrants only)
• Best Team Spirit

Community Course Signs
Families, camps, memorials, local businesses, and friends of the race are invited to sponsor custom signs displayed along the course for $100 each.

Examples include:

• Family Mile
• Memorial Mile
• Camp Mile
• Words of encouragement
  • Examples: 
    “The _____ Family Mile”
    “In Memory of ______”
    “Camp _____ Cheers You On!”
    “Run Strong, Stinson!”
    “Go Team ______!”
    “One Mile Closer to the Finish”
    “Proud Supporters of the Lake Host Program”
    “Dedicated to Our Stinson Lake Community”
    “In Honor _______’s Love for the Lake”
    “Team _____ Says Keep Going!”

To inquire about sponsorship, donation, or volunteer opportunities, please contact stinsonlakerace@gmail.com.

Sponsors, Raffle Donations & Volunteers Needed!
We are currently seeking sponsors, raffle donations, volunteers, and committee members to help support this year’s race. Volunteer opportunities include sponsorship outreach, fundraising, social media, registration, setup, race-day support, and cleanup.

All proceeds go to the Stinson Lake Association. For race updates, subscribe to our email list, follow our Facebook page, and email stinsonlakerace@gmail.com with any questions. Thanks for your support!

Special thanks to the following individuals and families for their "above-and-beyond" donations to the 2025 event:

• Buzz Hollis - in memory of his mother, Jean Hollis
• The Mori Family
• Jake Hollis
• The Sullivan Family 
• Stephan Hay - on behalf of Bud Hay
• Peter & Ellen Hollis
• Paul McCarthy
• Leah Clark
• Laurence Coronis
• Michael Donahue
• Ann Marie McLaughlin
• Kathy Wilson
• Karen McInnis
• Shane & Maria Buzzell
• Shannon Rhodes - in memory of Micheal Bradley
• Siemiginowska-Aldcroft-Ireland family
• Linda Gelda
• Brad Harkavy
• Patty Coes
• Jody Buzzell
• Ken & Deborah Hollis
• Katharine Markle
• Paul & Cheryl Giannasca
• Kelley Family
• Ann Hebert - in memory of Mike Bradley
• Renee Minch 
• Ted Bromund
• Jessica McEwan 
• Rebecca Preman
• Dee Foley
• Karen Beaton
• Robert Guerriero
• Jon Kelly - on behalf of Anne Kraemer
• Emily Allen

Sponsorships must be secured by July 15, 2026 and are tax-deductible. Also, of note, the Stinson Lake Association recently received 1% for the Planet status, meaning it's an accredited environmental partner committed to conservation and sustainability.

All proceeds go to the Stinson Lake Association's Lake Host program, which conducts boat and water-quality checks to keep the lake free of invasive aquatic species, thus protecting its integrity for generations to come.

Proud to be an Approved Environmental Partner of 1% for the Planet

The Stinson Lake Association is an approved environmental partner of 1% for the Planet, making us eligible to receive support from businesses committed to environmental giving. Contributions help fund lake conservation, water quality protection, and the Lake Host Program.