Trails To the Sky 50k

Glen Gardner, United States • 16 May 2026

Event overview

Trails To the Sky takes place on May 16, 2026 at Voorhees State Park in Glen Gardner, New Jersey. Distances offered:

  • 50k
  • 10k

The 50k is an UTMB Index race and is run as five laps of the course.

Course, logistics and services

The 10k route accumulates about 900 ft of elevation gain and the 50k accumulates roughly 4500 ft. The course passes a park observatory and is marked at turns with yellow arrow signs and orange lawn flags. Trails are currently dry with some wet spots and may become muddy in rain. Porta potties are located just off the course after the lap turnaround for 50k runners.

Aid stations are placed at mile 3 and at the start/finish area at the end of each loop. Supplies listed include Skratch Electrolytes and Chews, water, soda, fruit, and a variety of snacks. There is an athlete set-up area near the finish for 50k runners with space for small tents and bag storage; parking is located near that area. Timing uses the Ultrasignup app and bib numbers must be visible for lap and finish recording. All finishers receive a custom medal; top three male and female finishers receive custom awards. Race day registration is available and fees are listed for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
4500 m+
50k
10 km
900 m+
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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