Borrowing from the fable, Tortoise & Hare is a race for all paces—victory lies in finishing. Our closest trail race to Ithaca is a good introduction to both trail running and local trails, while Buttermilk Falls provides a spectacular backdrop. It’s a great way to cap off your holiday weekend! The 10K+ (roughly 6.5-mile) course covers beautiful, varied terrain, including the easy Larch Meadow Trail, the semi-technical Bear Trail, and the rolling Treman Lake Trail. There is one long, steep hill that climbs about 450 feet in under a mile, lending another interpretation to the race name-up slow, down fast.

Don’t miss the free 1-mile fun run for kids of all ages, which sends kids around the Larch Meadow Trail loop at the start. It’s non-competitive and won’t be timed.

Race Start: 9:00 AM

1-Mile Kids Fun Run: 9:15 AM

Awards

Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female runners in these age groups: under 18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, and 80+

Cost: $25

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