NYC Trail Mix

NYC Trail Mix, Staten Island

NYC Trail Mix is an ultra trail event on Staten Island that benefits the Greenbelt Conservancy. The event offers trail courses that run through Blood Root Valley, High Rock Park, La Tourette Park, and the Field of Dreams, using loop formats to concentrate course access and support.

Distances offered:

• 50 Mile 3 x 16.6 mile loop
• 50K 2 x 15.5 mile loop
• Half Marathon 1 x 13.1 mile loop

The course emphasizes single-track trail sections with minimal road crossings. Course maps are available through a Plotaroute collection and are subject to change due to trail conditions.

There are three named aid stations on the main loop: High Rock, La Tourette, and the Nature Center. High Rock is about 5 miles into the loop and does not permit crews, spectators, or drop bags. La Tourette is about 11 miles into each loop and allows crews, spectators, and drop bags. The Nature Center is at the same location as the start and finish. The half marathon visits two aid stations, the 50K visits five, and the 50 mile visits eight.

Organizers provide a range of aid station food and hydration options including fruit, pb&j, potatoes, pretzels, chip snacks, candy, broth, and occasional hot items. Vegan and gluten free options are available. Parking is at the Rec Center and nearby lots on Brielle Ave, 501 Brielle Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314.

The event has previously supported the Greenbelt Conservancy, with the trail community donating almost $10,000 toward trail maintenance and development. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.