Virgil Crest Ultras
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Virgil Crest Ultras - Cortland, NY
Virgil Crest Ultras is a trail ultramarathon scheduled for September 12, 2026 near 2245 Clute Rd, Cortland, NY, organized by Happily Running. The event offers multiple distance options and uses forest singletrack with technical sections.
The course includes steep ascents and descents and significant cumulative elevation gain and loss. Weather can increase those challenges. Runners can expect singletrack forest, technical flow, and notable views such as the sunrise from the opening climb. Organizers plan a major course change from prior years; final course maps and updates will be released when available.
Distances
- 100 Miler
- 100 Mile relay
- 50 Miler
- 50K
Race operations and policies include a 36 hour cutoff for the 100 mile. Aid station cutoffs will be posted after the full course is set. The distance drop policy gives an unofficial finish time for any shorter distance a competitor drops into. For the 100 mile, pacers are permitted at or after 50 miles or at nightfall. Poles are allowed for all entrants; poles left at aid stations must fit inside a drop bag for transport. The start/finish area is crew accessible and at least one additional station will permit crew access. Registration closes September 10 at 11:59 PM ET. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
