The Friends of Promised Land State Park are pleased to hold the inaugural CCC Day Run-Paddle Duathlon on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Promised Land State Park (PLSP). Come for the race, stay for the adventure! Click on DCNR's logo below to learn more about Promised Land State Park and to make camping reservations.
Athletes will run or walk a 5k (3.1 miles) and then paddle for 1-mile in their kayak, SUP, or canoe. Runners will go out and back on scenic North Shore Road, then through the Pines Campground, and into the transition area at the "Day Use Area" where they will then paddle out and back in their kayak, SUP, or canoe for one mile on beautiful Promised Land Lake.
This is a timed "Fun Race" for adults only (age 18 and over) that shows off our beautiful State Park using a scenic park road and Promised Land Lake. All participants registered by July 20 will be guaranteed an event t-shirt and finisher medal. All participants will receive free snacks and hydration.
A hand-crafted wood sculpture, created by local artisan Ethan Storms, will be awarded to the overall male and female winners. Hand-crafted wood burned medals, created by local artisan Sara-Jade Woodsmith, will be awarded to each male and female age group winner: 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.
Timing provided by Finish Strong Race Timing, LLC. Event photography provided by Jeffrey Sidle, a local award-winning photographer.
The following requirements must be met per PLSP and DCNR rules: athletes must wear a PFD while paddling and have a safety whistle (we'll provide one if you don't have) on their person. Athletes not abiding by these requirements will be disqualified with no refund.
Kayaks and SUPs can be rented from Promised Land Boat Rental for the discounted rate ($21.20). Please call or text (570) 503-6444 to make your reservation. Registered athletes pay for just an hour; please return the rental before 10:00 am.
Online registration ends on Wednesday, August 6 at midnight or when we have reached 100 participants. There will be no day-of registration. The fee is $40 before July 20; price increases to $50 on July 21. Athletes must be at the start line by 7:50 AM for the 8:00 AM start. Allow at least 30 minutes to drop off your kayak/SUP/canoe and gear at the main beach area, go to the designated parking area, use the restroom, and then walk to the start. Athletes picking up their race day packet on race morning, should report to the day use area between 6:30 and 7:00 am. Restrooms are available at the day use/main beach as well as at the parking area.
If you do not wish to participate, but would like to make a donation of $25, we will give you an event shirt (be sure to choose the "shirt only" sign up option). Donations must be received by July 20. Shirts may be picked up at the PLSP office Friday evening, August 8, between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm, or on Saturday, August 9, at the Friends table during CCC Day festivities between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm.
The Friends mission is to work in partnership with the PLSP management to conserve, support, and advocate for Promised Land State Park’s natural and cultural resources by promoting education, recreation, and stewardship of this park. This fundraiser is promoted by the Friends of Promised Land State Park for the benefit of our 501(c)(3) non-profit. All proceeds support recreation, education, and conservation at Promised Land State Park.
Friends of Promised Land State Park is a chapter of Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization -- contributions to which are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. The official registration of PPFF may be obtained from the PA Dept. of State by calling toll free within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this race possible so that all race registration proceeds stay with the Friends of Promised Land State Park. Please click on our sponsors' logos to learn more about each of our local businesses' services and products.
