Hook Mountain Ultra

Hook Mountain Ultra takes place in Upper Nyack, New York, on September 19, 2026. The event offers a single format, the Hook Mountain 50 Mile trail race. Organized by Singletrack Explorers, as the website shows, it takes its name from Hook Mountain, which stands above the Hudson River in Rockland County.

A 50-mile trail race is a full day's effort, and the climbs implied by a mountain location will stretch the day further. This distance is a natural progression for runners who have finished a 50K and want to go longer before considering a 100K or a 100-mile. Prepare with a 16- to 20-week build: weekly long trail runs, back-to-back long weekends in the last two months, and a fueling strategy you have tested on 4-hour runs. Practice hiking uphill at a steady rhythm, as the ability to move well on climbs without burning out will matter more than flat speed.