VCP50k
VCP50k is an ultra and running race on May 1, 2027 in Bronx, NY, with an entry fee of $125.
- Date
- May 1, 2027 (282 days to go)
- Location
- 6087 Broadway, Bronx, NY
- Price
- $125
- Sports
- UltraRunning
From the Organizer
The Van Cortlandt Park 50k
Founded in 2023 this ultramarathon is designed for a novice to be able to safely complete while also remaining challenging for experienced runners to be able to enjoy a fast time testing their endurance. The course is ten loops of the classic cross country course after an initial lap of the flats. There are rocks and roots but they’re not plentiful.
Overall elevation is about 2200ft
The aid station will be fully stocked with water and gatorade, salty and sweet snacks, fruits and more.You’ll also have easy access to any drop bag you want with your personal items/hydration/nutrition no longer than 1.5 miles away at the furthest point.
There are custom medals, a limited edition singlet, a hot meal and a cold beer post race for each finisher
Overall winners will receive a trophy and cash
Course Record: Adil Filali - 3:58:49 - 2024
*Race packet pickup day of race
*Full information provided to registered racers about a week prior to race day
The historic Tortoise and Hare XC Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/18251130
More races: https://linktr.ee/foresttrailstriders
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bronx, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bronx, NY
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
City Elevation
72 ft
Nearest Airport
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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VCP50k
May 1, 2027