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Every event is designed to deliver an exceptional race-day experience, from well-marked courses and dedicated volunteers to welcoming finish lines and unforgettable memories. Find the challenge that’s right for you and start your next adventure.
Beast of Burden Summer Ultramarathon
Description
Get ready for the Summer Beast of Burden, an endurance challenge along the historic Erie Canal Towpath. Choose from the 100-mile, 50-mile, or 25-mile distance.
The race starts at Wide Waters Marina, offering access to showers, restrooms, and a fully stocked aid station. Runners follow the paved trail, cross a historic Lockport drawbridge, and continue along the Erie Canal Towpath.
With multiple fully stocked aid stations along the course, runners can refuel with water, Heed, coffee, Coke, gels, grilled cheese, chicken broth, pizza, pancakes, donuts, and more.
The Double Beast Buckle is back! Complete both the Winter Beast 100 and Summer Beast 100 in the same calendar year to earn this exclusive buckle.
Registration typically sells out early—sign up today and unleash The Beast!
Double Beast Discount
Want to take on both Beasts? Register for both the Summer and Winter Beast and take advantage of the Double Beast opportunity.
Green Lakes Endurance Races
Race Start Times
- 100K: 6:00 AM
- 50K: 7:00 AM
- GALEFORCE 12-Hour: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- 25K: 8:00 AM
GLER 2026 Race Notes
The GLER GALEFORCE 12-Hour Race returns for its second season! All four races offer age-group recognition across Open, Masters, Senior Masters, and Ambassadors divisions.
Registration Policy: Refund requests will not be accepted after 11:59 PM on July 16, 2026. Race deferrals to 2027 are not available.
Awards: All race awards and finisher items must be collected on race day. Nothing will be mailed afterward.
Course
All races start and finish at GLER Race HQ at Tulip Hill Picnic Area above Green Lake.
The course features well-maintained single and double-track trails, grassy trails, dirt roads, and some asphalt, making it a highly runnable trail course with forest climbs, rolling meadows, and shaded lakeside sections.
- 100K: 8 laps
- 50K: 4 laps
- 25K: 2 laps
- GALEFORCE 12-Hour: 3-mile lakeside loop, completed as many times as possible
Each fixed-distance loop is approximately 8 miles.
Registered entrants receive a race T-shirt when registered at least 14 days before race day. Finishers receive a medal, GLER coffee cup or pint glass, and bumper sticker.
Amenities & Support
The race also features:
- Top finisher and age-group awards
- 2 stocked aid stations + 1 water drop
- Course markings and confidence markers
- Raffle prizes for registered racers
- Midway aid station at approximately the 4-mile mark
- Space for personal race-day gear near Race HQ
Course Time Limits
Fixed-distance races have until 9:00 PM to finish. Final loops must begin by 6:45 PM, and runners starting late may need their own light.
The GALEFORCE 12-Hour Race runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with racers completing as many 3-mile loops as possible. Any loop finished after 7:00 PM will not count.
Beast of Burden Winter Ultramarathon
Intro
Run 100 miles through mountains, deserts, or hills—but can you conquer a flat course in snow and sub-zero temperatures? If you’re ready for the ultimate winter ultra challenge, it’s time to unleash the beast at the Winter Beast of Burden! Run along the historic Erie Canal and experience an epic winter adventure. Not ready for the cold? Join us for the Summer Beast of Burden in August.
Description
The Winter Beast of Burden is a true test of ultra-running endurance. Starting at Wide Waters Marina in Lockport, New York, athletes will run along the Erie Canal towpath, crossing a historic drawbridge and traveling to the turnaround point.
Runners have access to restrooms, showers, warming shelters, and fully stocked aid stations featuring hot cocoa, coffee, soup, pizza, grilled cheese, pancakes, donuts, and more.
And don’t forget the Double Beast Buckle! Complete both the Winter BoB 100 and Summer BoB 100 in the same calendar year and earn this exclusive buckle.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Races typically sell out, so don’t wait—sign up today and unleash The Beast!
Why Runners Choose Our Events
Professional Race Experience
Every event is professionally organized with clearly marked courses, dependable aid stations, dedicated volunteers, and seamless race-day operations. From registration to the finish line, we create a safe, enjoyable, and rewarding experience for every participant.
A Challenge for Every Goal
Whether you're preparing for your first trail race or your next ultramarathon, our events feature multiple race distances and supportive environments that help runners of every experience level achieve new goals with confidence and determination.
Memories Beyond the Finish Line
Our races combine scenic landscapes, challenging courses, and an inspiring atmosphere to create unforgettable experiences. Every event is an opportunity to test your limits, celebrate your achievements, and make lasting memories alongside an incredible running community.
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