Floatuky Trail Derby
2025 Finals
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Schedule
Lodging
On‑Site Camping
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park’s campground is closed through mid‑2026 to house flood‑displaced families.
Instead, we’ve secured a primitive group campsite near Sugarcamp’s top trailhead.
If you plan to camp, please let us know so we can coordinate gear and numbers.
May Lodge Unavailable
The May Lodge is closing early for renovations starting in mid-August and will not reopen in time for our Finals weekend— no hotel or dining will be available on-site.
Nearby Hotels
Comfort Suites Prestonsburg West
Indoor heated pool • Free hot breakfast • Fitness center
~ $110–125/night
Book here →
Quality Inn & Suites (Mountain Arts Center area)
Full breakfast • Fitness center
~ $100 /night
Book here →
Super 8 by Wyndham Prestonsburg
Budget pick • Grab‑and‑go breakfast
~ $70–75/night
Book here →
Alternative Options
Vacation rentals via Airbnb or Vrbo are widely available around Prestonsburg—great if you need space, kitchens, or want to stay as a group.
Travel & Booking Notes
Rooms near Finals fill up quickly—please book early or let us know your lodging plans.
Comfort Suites is the only option in the area with an indoor heated pool, perfect for relaxing after a long day on the trails.
Location Photos
Sugarcamp Mountain Trails Overlook, May Lodge, Cottage, Campground, Marina, Dewey Lake and Arrrowhead Point.
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Who can attend?
This event is open to everyone. Non-Finalists are welcome to ride the trails and join in on the festivities as we crown our 2025 Champions! Bring your friends and family to cheer on the racers & soak up the scenic views.
Who are the Finalists?
The top 10 in the Men’s Division and the top 4 in the Clydesdale Division (>215 lbs) from the 2025 Floatucky Trail Derby Ride Hermes season will be invited to race as Finalists.
Trail System
Nestled deep within the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, Sugarcamp Mountain Trails includes 6 miles of machine-built trail plus an additional 20 miles of hand-carved, technical singletrack. Explore and challenge yourself while enjoying breathtaking views of Dewey Lake and the surrounding area.
Area Maps
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park
Park Map
Campground Map
Sugarcamp Mountain Trails
Trailforks
MTB Project
Race Course
Finalists will compete on a mix of challenging singletrack and wide multi-use trails in qualification time trials then heats of 2 or 3 riders.
Qualification Time Trials
Each Finalist will have 2 timed runs on the Qualification Course.
Only the top 4 Men’s Division Qualifiers advance to the Head-to-Head races.
All Clydesdale Division Qualifiers advance to the Head-to-Head races.
Clydesdale Division Head-to-Head Races
Clydesdale Championship Race:
Top Clydesdale Qualifier vs. 2nd Place Clydesdale Qualifier from the Qualification Course. Determines the 2025 Floatucky Trail Derby Clydesdale Champion & Runner-Up.
Clydesdale 3rd Place Race:
The remaining Clydesdale finalists will race to determine 3rd Place.
Men’s Division Head-to-Head Races
Qualifiers from the Mens’ Division will vote on either Option A or Option B for their Head-to-Head races.
Option A ( 4 Races )
Race 1: Top Men’s Qualifier vs. 4th Place Men’s Qualifier.
Winner advances on to championship race.
Race 2: 2nd Place Men’s Qualifier vs. 3rd Place Men’s Qualifier.
Winner advances on to championship race.
3rd Place Race: Loser of Race 1 vs Loser of Race 2.
Determines 3rd Place.
Championship Race: Winner of Race 1 vs Winner of Race 2.
Determines the 2025 Floatucky Trail Derby Men’s Champion and Runner Up.
Option B ( 5 Races )
Race 1: Top Men’s Qualifier vs. 4th Place Men’s Qualifier.
Winner advances to Championship Race.
Race 2: 2nd Place Men’s Qualifier vs. 3rd Place Men’s Qualifier.
Winner advances to Championship Race.
Race 3: Loser of Race 1 vs. Loser of Race 2.
Winner advances to Best of the Rest Race.
Championship Race: Winner of Race 1 vs. Winner of Race 2.
Determines the 2025 Floatucky Trail Derby Men’s Champion.
Best of the Rest Race: Winner of Race 3 vs. Loser of Championship Race.
Determines Men’s Runner-Up and 3rd Place.
Bonus Head-to-Head Races (if time allows)
Beauty vs. The Beast:
Women’s Champion vs. Clydesdale Champion
Vintage vs. NextGen:
Legend Champion vs. Grom Champion
Prizes
All Champions and podium finishers will have first choice of prizes from the pool of items provided by our Sponsors. The remaining Finalists and event attendees will then have the opportunity to select one prize from the remaining items in the pool.
Trophies
Men’s Division:
Champion, Runner-Up & 3rd Place
Clydesdale (215+ lbs) Division:
Champion, 2nd Place & 3rd Place
Women’s Division:
Champion
Legend (50+) Division:
Champion
Grom Division:
Champion
Rookie of the Year
Chair Race Winner
Beauty vs. The Beast Winner
Vintage vs. NextGen Winner
Finals Photo Archive
Photos from previous Floatucky Trail Derby Finals held at Sugarcamp Mountain Trails
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