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Beast Of Burden - Summer

Lockport, United States • 9 Aug 2025

The Beast of Burden - Summer is an ultra-distance running event held in Lockport, NY, featuring 25, 50, and 100-mile race options. Set along the historic Erie Canal Towpath, the course begins at Wide Water’s Marina, offering amenities like showers, restrooms, and a fully stocked aid station. Runners traverse a paved trail, cross a historic drawbridge, and pass multiple aid stations stocked with a variety of foods and drinks, including coffee, grilled cheese, and pancakes. The event is known for its supportive volunteers and challenging yet scenic route. Participants completing both the Winter and Summer 100-mile races in the same year earn a special "Double Beast Buckle." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New York Lockport

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100 mi
100 Miler
50 mi
50 Miler
25 mi
25 Miler
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