Many On The Genny

Letchworth State Park. The "Grand Canyon of the East." The Genesee River Gorge. Many On The Genny returns to Castile, New York, on Saturday, June 20, 2026. A 45‑mile trail ultra using both sides of the famous gorge. Single‑track, fields, footbridges, bridle paths. Quad‑busting climbs. Beautiful vistas. Old‑school, self‑sufficient style: 5 fully stocked aid stations + 1 water stop over 45 miles — be prepared to go 8‑9 miles between some stations in remote sections. Solo and relay options. Grassroots, community‑friendly. #SeeYaAtTheDam

Letchworth State Park — The Course:

• Letchworth is one of New York's most spectacular state parks, featuring a 17‑mile gorge carved by the Genesee River, with cliffs up to 550 ft high
• Three large waterfalls (Upper, Middle, Lower Falls) — the course passes near them
• The race uses trails on both sides of the gorge — crossing via footbridges at strategic points
• Terrain: single‑track, fields, footbridges, bridle paths. Some sections are remote and rugged.
• Climbs are "quad‑busting" — steep, sustained, and relentless
• Views: stunning overlooks of the gorge, river, and forest canopy

Old‑School Ultra — Self‑Sufficient, Remote Aid:

• 5 fully stocked aid stations + 1 water stop over 45 miles
• Expect up to 8‑9 miles between some aid stations in remote sections
• Be prepared to carry water, nutrition, and basic gear
• No crew access at every station — plan accordingly
• This is not a beginner‑friendly race — previous ultra experience strongly recommended

Relay Option:

• Teams of 2‑4 runners (typical for relay — check race website for exact team size)
• Share the 45‑mile distance — each team member runs one or more sections
• Great for first‑time ultra participants or groups of friends
• Relay start is 15 minutes after solo start (5:45 AM)

What's Included:

• Chip timing
• Finisher award (likely medal or buckle — check race website)
• Event shirt (technical fabric)
• Aid stations with water, electrolyte, and typical ultra fare (fruit, PB&J, chips, cookies, etc.)
• Medical support on course (volunteer‑staffed)
• Post‑race food and refreshments
• Grassroots, no‑frills atmosphere — "old‑school"

Location — Castile, NY:

• Start/finish at 6103 Visitor Center Road, Castile, NY (Letchworth State Park Visitor Center area)
• Castile is a small town in western New York, about 1 hour south of Rochester, 1.5 hours east of Buffalo
• Parking available at the visitor center (arrive early — limited spaces)

#SeeYaAtTheDam:

• The race hashtag references the iconic dam at the south end of Letchworth State Park (Mount Morris Dam)
• Runners likely pass near the dam or finish in its vicinity (check course map)

Logistics:

• Packet pickup: race morning at the visitor center (check event website for exact times)
• No dogs allowed on the course (state park regulations — and wildlife)
• Strollers not permitted on technical single‑track sections
• No refunds? Check race website — typical for small, grassroots ultras
• Camping available nearby at Letchworth State Park campgrounds (book months in advance)

Top Performances (45 Miler Men):

• Parker Weeks — 6:09:53 (2022) — course record
• Joshua Zubler — 6:40:55 (2025)
• Johan Jelsma — 6:49:45 (2022)

Organizer: TrailsRoc (based in Rochester, NY).