366 Miles of History, from Albany to Buffalo, NY

Coming, August 28 - September 6, 2015... from the organizers of the world famous Beast of Burden 100 & 50 Mile Ultra Marathon 366 Miles from Albany to Buffalo, New York on the flat & fast, natural surface of the towpath along the historic Erie Canal. Tour Upstate New York as only an ultra marathon runner can!

Erie Canal Marathon Tour Options

Ultra marathon runners, traditional 26.2 mile marathoners, and running enthusiasts may register to race any single day, any combination, or all ten of these one-day legs, enjoying aid stations and finish line meals each day.

Through Runners (and relays) who opt to compete in the ten day stage race will receive a cumulative time each day, tallied to comprise their 366 mile finish time when they reach Buffalo, NY on day ten. Individual Through Runners will receive lodging each night and return transportation (if needed) from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY at the completion of their Erie Canal Marathon Tour journey.

Ultra marathon maniacs may opt to run "Flat Out" and complete all 366 miles unhindered, at their own pace, as a self-supported force to be reckoned with. These athletes will not be required to stop or restart at the check points outlined below. They will be measured by one starting line (in Albany, NY), one finish line (in Buffalo, NY) and a non-stop, relentlessly ticking time clock. Flat Out runners will have a ten day limit to complete the 366 mile distance by 2:00 pm on Day 10. Consistent with their maverick nature and desire to run unhindered by limitations, these athletes will be responsible for providing their own support crew and nutrition.

All runners will receive a stage-specific race gift for each leg completed, finisher hardware, and a lifetime of bragging rights.

The Erie Canal Marathon Tour - "Through Runner" 10 Day Stage Race (supported)

Days 1 - 10: 366 Miles.
Friday - Sunday, Aug 28 - Sep 6, 2015.

Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY.
-Overnight accommodations will be included in each town.
-Aid station support on every course.

The Erie Canal Marathon Tour - "Flat Out" 366 Mile Ultra Marathon (self supported)

Days 1 - ? (10 day cut off): 366 Miles.
Friday - Monday, Aug 28, 2014 - Sept. 6, 2014.

Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY.
-Self Provisioned Support.
-Run at your own pace, unhindered by predetermined stop/start points.
-Start in Albany, NY.
-Finish in Buffalo, NY.

The “111 Mile Jaunt” (package includes first 3 days, supported w/ overnight accommodations)

Days 1,2 & 3: 111 Miles
Friday - Sunday, Aug 28 - 30, 2015

Albany to Schenectady, NY & Lockport to Buffalo, NY
-Run the first and last legs with world famous (or soon to be) Erie Canal Marathon Tour 10-Day Through -Runners
-Aid station support

The “Book End” (package includes the first and last day of running: Day 1 & Day 10)

Day 1 & Day 10
29 Miles & 19 Miles
Friday, Aug 28, 2015
Sunday, Sep 6, 2015

Albany to Schenectady, NY & Lockport to Buffalo, NY.

-Run the first and last legs with world famous (or soon to be) Erie Canal Marathon Tour 10-Day Through Runners.
-Aid station support.
Return transportation will be provided to the start line each day.

The Erie Canal Marathon Tour "Send Off" Run - 29 miles from Albany to Schenectady

Day 1: 29 Miles
Friday, August 28, 2015

Albany, NY to Schenectady, NY
Day Runners register here to run alongside the world class Through-Runner hopefuls for day one as they embark on their 366 mile journey. Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

The Schenectady Skadadle - 42 miles from Schenectady to Fort Plain, NY

Day 2: 42 Miles
Saturday, August 29, 2015

Schenectady, NY to Fort Plain, NY
Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

The Fort Plain Forty - 40 miles from Fort Plain to Utica, NY

Day 3: 40 Miles
Sunday, August 30, 2015

Fort Plain, NY to Utica, NY
Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

The Utica Ultra - 37 miles from Utica to Canastota, NY

Day 4: 37 Miles
Monday, August 31, 2015

Utica, NY to Canastota, NY
Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

Path to Syracuse Marathon - 26.2 miles from Canastota to Syracuse, NY

Day 5: 26.2 Miles
Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Canastota, NY to Syracuse, NY
Day Runners will enjoy a traditional 26.2 mile marathon ending with a finish line party in Syracuse, NY. This day will commemorate the half-way point for all successful through-runners and relay teams. Take the day off of work and join your long distance running bretheren for a day of celebration. Early morning transportation will be provided for pre-registered runners from Syracuse, NY to the starting line in Canastota, NY. Runners may park near the finish line in Syracuse for a convenient departure.

Seneca Falls Fifty - 50 miles from Syracuse to Seneca Falls, NY

Day 6: 50 Miles
Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Syracuse, NY to Seneca Falls, NY
Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

Fairport Forty Nine - 49 miles from Seneca Falls to Fairport, NY

Day 7: 49 Miles
Thursday, September 3, 2015

Seneca Falls, NY to Fairport, NY
Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

The RoChaCha Respite Run - 14 mile recovery run from Fairport to Rochester, NY

Day 8: 14 Miles
Friday, September 4, 2015

Fairport, NY to Rochester, NY
Late afternoon start time, because the Through Runners may wish to sleep in. Pre-registered runners will receive transportation from Rochester, NY to the starting line in Fairport, NY. Runners may park near the finish line in Rochester for a convenient departure.

Where The Beast Sleeps 60 Mile Ultra Marathon - 60 miles from Rochester to Lockport, NY

Day 9: 60 Miles
Saturday, September 5, 2015

Rochester, NY to Lockport, NY
The Through Runners' Big Day. The final 12.5 miles of this 60 mile ultra marathon leg will retrace the steps of the world famous Beast of Burden 100 & 50 Mile Ultra Marathon course, where some of the most notable ultra marathon runners on the planet have pounded this very same canal path. This is Where The Beast Sleeps.

Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.

Shuffle to Buffalo - Through Runners' 366 Mile Finish - 19 miles from Lockport to Buffalo

Day 10: 19 Miles
Sunday, September 6, 2015

Lockport, NY to Buffalo, NY
Join the Through Runners for their final 19 miles and experience the triumph of their journey and finish. A Sunday afternoon finish party in Buffalo, NY will include live entertainment, delicious beverages and a finisher's feast.

Return transportation will be provided for all day runners from the finish line to the starting point.