Join the Pathfinders at 10am on June 20th at the Cuylerville Genesee Valley Greenway trailhead for the (7th) annual solstice bike campout!
Route:*link to route here*
Length Day 1: 51 miles
Height Day 1: +3,400 feet
Length Day 2: 27.5 miles
Height: Day 2: +1,000 feet
A Short History
We’ve been running some version of this ride since 2019—each year a little different, but always chasing the same idea: a long day with friends seeing the best of the Genesee Valley before camping out.
2019 — Green Heron Estate
2021 — Sonyea State Forest
2022 — Fall Brook Farms
2023 — English Hill State Forest
2024 — Jersey Hill State Forest
2025 — Dan’s Family Camp
2026 — FLT South Lean-to (Letchworth)
What This Year Looks Like
This year leans into classic country touring—long stretches of quiet pavement, the occasional rough road, and just enough gravel to keep things honest.
We roll south from Cuylerville, climb gradually past Leicester, and enter Letchworth State Park for 16 miles of the most scenic bike riding imaginable—passing overlooks, waterfalls, and the Portage Bridge. Stop often and enjoy the fresh misty air.
At mile 27, we hit Wiscoy Falls—our first real stop. Expect to swim, eat, and wait out the worst of the heat. Once it’s around 4ish we can depart from there.
From there, we resupply in Fillmore, then head back north—climbing out of the valley toward Hunt Hollow before dropping back toward Letchworth’s east side. As we climb, see if you can find the remains of an ancient pre-Seneca fort hill precariously sticking up like a beacon overlooking the river valley. Camp is a short detour off River Road at the Finger Lakes Trail lean-to.
Day 2: Morning starts slow. Likely low on water, we head to Nunda to refuel before turning north again.
The route winds through Tuscarora, into Sonyea State Forest, and down into the gorge for another swim and long midday lunch break. From there, it’s a steady return to the start: climb out, reconnect with the Greenway, pass Mt. Morris, and roll back into Cuylerville.
Timing (realistically)
Day 1 is 50 miles—but this isn’t a race. Between swimming, eating, and regrouping, expect to roll into camp around 8–9pm.
Day 2 is shorter, but slower to start. Expect a late roll-out (~11am) and a return to cars around 5–6pm.
Bike setup
Bring a sturdy touring setup.
Most of this is pavement, but not the smooth kind. Think: steel touring bike, racks, panniers, and something you trust when the road gets questionable. 35-47 mm tires optimal.
What gear should I bring?
This is a self-supported ride between resupply points—you’re responsible for yourself and each other. Bring:
- Shelter (tent / tarp / hammock)
- Warmth (blanket / sleeping bag / bivy)
- Food (lunch, dinner, breakfast, snacks)
- Sleep clothes
- Swimsuit + towel
- Repair kit (tubes, tools, pump)
- Water (3 bottles recommended)
- Rain gear
- Route access (download it)
- Optional: water filter
What style riding should I expect?
Call it “Classique Country Touring.”
We ride together, regroup often, and wait at turns. There’s no rush—but you should be comfortable with distance, climbing, and the occasional rough stretch. Two resupply stops + multiple swim spots keep things manageable. This would be considered an “intermediate” ride.
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