Finger Lakes 50s 50K
Two 16.5-mile loops give the Finger Lakes 50K a muddy, runnable mix of singletrack, cow pastures, dirt roads, and about 2,600 feet of climbing.
Quick facts
- Two 16.5-mile loops put the measured distance near 33 miles.
- Singletrack accounts for about 85 percent of the route.
- The climbing total is roughly 2,600 feet.
- Runners must complete the first loop and start the second by noon.
- Pasture, roots, mud, and boardwalks all affect footing.
About the Finger Lakes 50s 50K
The 50K shares the national-forest loop and early start with the longer race, then stops after two circuits. Its actual distance is close to 33 miles, making it a little longer than a standard 50K.
Course
Two 16.5-mile loops combine mostly singletrack with grassy pasture and short dirt or paved road sections. Roughly 2,600 feet of climbing, narrow boardwalks, roots, and possible mud complicate an otherwise runnable profile.
Race-day weather
Warm, humid July air can make the second lap much harder than the first. Exposed pasture heats quickly, while shaded forest may remain wet and slick after recent rain.
Past Finger Lakes 50s 50K dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, July 3, 2027 | Projected | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, July 5, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, June 29, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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When is the Finger Lakes 50s 50K?
Marathon Scout projects the 2027 Finger Lakes 50s 50K for Saturday, July 3, 2027. The organizer has not confirmed this date.
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