Twisted Branch Trail Run
There's nothing quite like Twisted Branch.
The Twisted Branch 100K is a point-to-point trail race through the heart of New York's Finger Lakes region, following the historic Bristol Hills Branch Trail from Ontario County Park to Champlin Beach in Hammondsport.
With more than 60 years of history, this trail winds through some of the most beautiful, remote, and rugged terrain in the region. Expect miles of technical singletrack, challenging climbs, rewarding descents, and plenty of moments that will test your legs and your determination.
This is a runnable course, but don't mistake that for easy. Twisted Branch has a way of keeping you honest. The terrain is demanding, the miles are long, and a strong finish takes more than fitness alone.
But that's only part of the story.
Twisted Branch is built around the people who make it happen: the volunteers who keep the aid stations moving, the crews who show up mile after mile, the communities that welcome us along the route, and the runners who bring this trail to life every August.
Whether you're chasing your first 100K, a Western States qualifier, or simply the satisfaction of taking on something big, there's a place for you here.
Come for the challenge. Stay for the trail magic. Get Twisted.
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Qualifiers
Finish Twisted Branch 100K in under 20 hours to earn a qualifying ticket into the Western States 100 lottery.
UTMB Qualifier - 4 Points
Course Overview
+ Point-to-point 100K+ course
+ Approximately 10,000 feet of elevation gain and 11,000 feet of elevation loss
+ About 75% singletrack trail, 10% dirt road, 15% paved road
+ 11 fully stocked aid stations
+ A mix of technical trail, rugged terrain, climbs, and runnable sections
+ 20-hour cutoff
This is not a groomed park-trail experience. The course profile doesn't tell the whole story, and even the seemingly easier sections can be surprisingly demanding. Come prepared for a true trail ultramarathon.
Race Weekend
Friday, August 20 – Packet Pickup & Twisted Eve
+ Pre-race expo and packet pickup at Ontario County Park
+ Pre-race shuttle from the finish area to the starting area
+ Camping available at the start
Saturday, August 21 – Race Day
+ 4:00 AM race start
+ Point-to-point journey through the Finger Lakes
+ Finish at Champlin Beach in Hammondsport
+ Free camping available at the finish area Saturday night
Shuttle Service & Camping
We offer a shuttle service the night before the race from the finish line in Hammondsport to the pre-race expo at the start line in Ontario County Park. Free camping is available that night at the starting line so you'll be ready to go for the 4am start the following day. We then transport your camping gear from the start line to the finish line on race day, where it will be waiting for you at the completion of your race. Free camping is available at the finish line Saturday night after the race as well.
The Finger Lakes
Twisted Branch is more than a race. It's an opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful corners of New York.
Bring your family, make a weekend of it, and enjoy the Finger Lakes' trails, lakes, wineries, breweries, and small towns. There's plenty to discover before and after race day.
We can't wait to see you on the trail!
Event's current local time: 8:00 AM ET
