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Challenge News
Trail Conditions:
- Letchworth State Park (Biscuits and Gravy Ultra) is closed due to storm damage around the Parade Grounds.
- Stony Brook State Park – Due to flood damage, the Gorge Trail and Swimming Area are closed for immediate repairs. These areas may not reopen for the season, and we cannot guarantee availability. Please respect all signage and staff directions. The East and West Rim Trails remain open. Call the office at 585-335-8111 for updates.
- Trail closures for Cinnamon Roll Ultra and Steak & Eggs Ultra May 1 – May 31 and Oct 1 – Nov 14
Hunting:
Early bowhunting season Oct 1 – Nov 14
Turkey Hunting Season – May 1- May 31
- Hunting allowed in State Forests, State Parks, WMA, MUA, some nature preserves, and some trails on the Finger Lakes Trail
Group Hikes
- Old Growth Forest Walk at College Lodge – July 18 (RSVP here)
- Wetlands & Forest Walk at Floating Fen – Sept 12 (RSVP here)
Partner Events
- WNY Land Conservancy Conservation Celebration (Sept 10)
- Finger Lakes Trail County Hike Series (Hikes run April 18 – September 20)
Trail Maintenance Days
- Check out the Finger Lakes Trail Maintenance Calendar
- 6/6/2026 – Foothills Trail Club Trail Clean-up
- 8/9/2026 – Foothills Trail Club Trail Clean-up
Challenge Packet Version History
How To Download the Latest Version
Use the link provided in your order confirmation or go to Account Settings
Version number listed on final page of PDF.
Version number listed on final page of PDF.
Current version: 1.5
Version History
- 1.5 – Updated map for Cinnamon Roll Ultra
- 1.4 – Updated Chautauqua Gorge view points, updated routes at Lytle Nature Preserve
- 1.3 – Updated typo for College Lodge points and changed name to Four Mile Creek Preserve
- 1.2 – Fix minor typos and updated Beer Trail code
- 1.1 – Updated map for Chestnut Ridge with proper landmark
- 1.0 – Initial Release