Buck 50 - Kattskill Bay, NY

Kattskill Bay, United States • 5 Oct 2025

The Buck 50 is a challenging 50-kilometer ultramarathon held in Kattskill Bay, New York, along the scenic southern Adirondacks near Lake George. The course features rugged, remote trails that traverse four of Lake George's tallest peaks, including Buck Mountain, Sleeping Beauty, Black Mountain, and Erebus Mountain, with a total elevation gain of 9,000 feet. Starting and finishing at Camp Chingachgook, runners experience a demanding route with multiple aid stations and time cutoffs. Due to the race's difficulty, participants must demonstrate prior ultra-trail experience to register. The event offers a thrilling and scenic adventure for experienced trail ultrarunners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
9000 m+
50k Ultra Trail
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Run through Adirondack woods, ponds and marshes at Amy's Adventure Race for the Lake, a 10th annual trail event supporting Lake George Land Conservancy. Choose 4.5 mile, 10 mile or virtual options and celebrate afterward at the brewery.