Cayuga Trails
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Cayuga Trails
Cayuga Trails is an ultramarathon event in Ithaca, NY held on June 5, 2027 and organized by Red Newt Racing. The event offers two main race distances:
- 50 Miler
- 50K
The course is primarily singletrack with waterfalls, historic stone stairs, and eastern forest sections. It is roughly 95% trail and 5% paved. Elevation gain is listed at about 10,000 feet for the 50 mile and about 7,000 feet for the 50K. Course layouts include a few out-and-back segments.
Entrants receive post-race food from Fitnell Farms, a finisher medal from Ragged Cuts, and a Patagonia Sun Hoody. Portions of each entry support the Finger Lakes Land Trust, the Finger Lakes Trail Conference, and the State Parks Heritage Trust.
Field capacity is limited to 440 entrants, with a waitlist used to fill expected drops. Volunteers and prior event supporters may be given priority from the waitlist. Poles are permitted; pacers are not allowed. Crews are permitted but parking is limited and additional crew vehicles are not allowed at the staging area.
Drop bags can be left at the Y Camp staging area for miles 10, 25, and 35 and can be shuttled to Buttermilk for miles 15, 20, 40, and 45. Buttermilk drop bags will not be returned to the staging area until that aid station closes in the evening.
The event has a no refund policy. Entries may be rolled into another Red Newt Racing event if the organizer is notified at least 30 days before the race. No refunds or rollovers are available if notice is given within 30 days. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
