About
Backcountry 3P (BC3P)
Race Day: Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Start/Finish: Charlie’s Inn, Lake Clear, NY
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind fall adventure in the Adirondacks! The Backcountry 3P (BC3P) brings together gravel riding, trail running, and canoe paddling for a high-energy race through Lake Clear’s stunning backcountry.
What Is the BC3P?
The Backcountry 3P is a human-powered, multi-discipline race that celebrates the best of autumn in the Adirondacks. The 2025 course includes:
10-mile gravel ride on the Adirondack Rail Trail
3-mile peak run/hike up and down Floodwood Mountain
2-mile pedal back to the Floodwood Outpost
4-mile paddle across Floodwood and Rollins Ponds
7-mile ride back to Charlie’s Inn
The course is the ultimate Adirondack sampler—highlighting the newly developed Rail Trail and the region’s iconic ponds and peaks.
Race Options
Solo Division – Tackle all five legs yourself
3-Person Relay – Team up and split the challenge
Perfect for outdoor lovers, gravel cyclists, trail runners, and paddlers of all levels. Whether you’re chasing a podium or just looking to take part in a community adventure, the BC3P brings together camaraderie, challenge, and scenery.
Win an Esquif Huron 17 Canoe!
Support the spirit of the 3P with our canoe raffle—you could win a top-of-the-line performance tandem canoe. Raffle tickets and 3P merchandise will be available during registration, and all proceeds go toward building and celebrating community-powered recreation.
Register & learn more: saranaclake3p.org
Questions? Email: saranaclake3p@gmail.com
