Old Forge Marathon Weekend
The Old Forge Marathon Weekend, held in Old Forge, NY, is a multi-day running and sporting event set in the scenic Adirondack Park each September. It offers a variety of race distances including a 50K ultra marathon, full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, all on mostly gravel and dirt roads providing a true Adirondack experience. Participants can also take on challenges like the ADKrazy (running 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon over three days), Loony Challenge (10K plus half marathon), and Super Loony Challenge (10K plus full marathon).
Additional events include the Ky-Tri (kayak, run, bike) and the Forge Gravel Grinder bike races. The courses are USATF certified, and runners receive custom race flannel shirts and finisher medals. The event is a destination race with beautiful fall foliage and supports local community causes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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