Lake Placid Trail Challenge

The Lake Placid Trail Challenge, held at Mt. Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid, NY, offers trail running races of 10K, half marathon (21.3K), and 50K distances. Set in a historic Nordic ski center that hosted the 1980 Winter Olympics, the course features single-track, steep, and flowy trails through dense forests.

Runners start and finish in the stadium complex, tackling challenging climbs including a steep ascent to the top of a bobsled track, rewarded with scenic summit views before a demanding descent. The event takes place in summer with average temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC (51ºF to 75ºF) at an altitude of 550 meters (1,800 feet). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.