I was scheduled to run the 8 mile race but had to drop down to the 5K. The course is a fairly course with all distances running together. The 30K runners start 5 minutes ahead to get some room. After doing a 5k you do loops around the 5 mile lake depending on your distance.
One reason I love this race is because instead of the normal swag(shirt) you receive a pair of running shorts and socks. Medals are given to the finishers of the half marathon and 30K distance as well.
The only problem I saw with the race was the finish. There are 2 chutes you go through, one to finish and one to continue with laps on the lake. Some people weren't sure what chute to go through when they were finished and there was no sign or a Marshall to direct people after the 5K runners finished.
This is a fairly cheap race with awesome swag and a easy course. I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a race before a spring marathon or half