Lake Placid Trail Challenge

The Lake Placid Trail Challenge, held at Mt. Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid, NY, offers runners a scenic and challenging experience on August 9, 2025. This event features three race distances: 10K, half marathon (21K), and 50K.

The course includes single-track, steep, and flowy trails through dense forests, with climbs to the summit of a historic bobsled track, providing epic views. The race starts and finishes in the stadium of the 1980 Winter Olympics venue. Average summer temperatures range from 10ºC to 24ºC (51ºF to 75ºF), and the altitude is about 550 meters (1,800 feet).

The event emphasizes a rugged, natural trail running atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.