Hengshui Lake Marathon
Hengshui · Oct 25, 2026
A flat and fast marathon around one of North China's most important wetlands. The September course circles Hengshui Lake, a vital stopover for migratory birds, with expansive lotus ponds and reed beds creating a surprisingly wild landscape.
Date
Oct 25, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~30m elevation gain
Field Size
18,000 runners
Course
Starting from Hengshui Lake, along the wetland boardwalk, past the bird sanctuary and lotus pond, finishing at the sports center
Tips
- •September temps around 15-25°C, dry and pleasant — ideal for fast times
- •Bring binoculars — the lake is a birdwatcher's paradise in autumn migration season
- •The course is extremely flat, making it a good choice for PB attempts
- •Hengshui is 3 hours from Beijing by train — an easy weekend trip
Wetland MarathonFlat & FastBird SanctuaryNorth China