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Backcountry 3P (BC3P) – Registration Opens August 1 at 7 AM!
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.
Registration opens Saturday, August 1. Spots are limited—don’t miss your chance to be part of this immersive fall multisport event.
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
