Virgil Crest Ultras - Cortland

Virgil Crest Ultras - Cortland takes place in Ward 7, New York, on September 12, 2026. Three trail formats are on the program: a 100-mile and a 50-mile, both starting at 6:00 a.m., and a 50K (31 miles) that goes off at 8:00 a.m. All three share the same race day, so you can pick the distance that matches your season rather than a separate weekend.

Trail ultras of this length reward runners who have already logged a few long days on uneven ground. The 50K is a reasonable step up for someone coming from a road or trail marathon, while the 50-mile and 100-mile suit runners with at least one previous ultra behind them. For the longer options, plan a 16- to 20-week build with back-to-back long runs on weekends, plenty of hiking practice on climbs, and rehearsed fueling. Since the 100-mile runs through the night, test your headlamp and your night-time nutrition before you toe the line.