The Algonquin 50K
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Event
The Algonquin 50K takes place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Pocomoke City, Maryland. The race is a volunteer-run, non-profit trail event organized to support and expand trail access on the Delmarva Peninsula in collaboration with Maryland Parks and Forest Services. The advertised distance is 50K (approximately 31 miles or more, depending on GPS accuracy). All finishers receive a locally handmade ceramic mug. Awards are given to the top three men and top three women.
Course and logistics
The course starts and finishes at Milburn Landing in Pocomoke River State Park and is roughly a modified out-and-back with a unique middle section on the return. About 95% of the route is trail, including single-track and wider horse paths. The terrain is mostly flat, with sandy sections and possible standing water depending on rainfall. Fully stocked aid stations are provided every 5–6 miles with water, Tailwind Nutrition, soda, boiled potatoes, salty snacks, and cake. Volunteers will staff road crossings, and horses will sweep the course.
Rules include no drop bags, no bib transfers or deferrals, no early or late starts, no littering, and no dogs for runners. No pacers are allowed, but friends or family may join runners from the end of the Algonquin Trail to the finish. The final cutoff is 8 hours. The event runs in rain, snow, or sleet; cancellation occurs only for extreme safety concerns and carries no refunds or credits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.