Ultra Running Hub Palm Coast, FL, United States · Saturday, February 27, 2027
Fixed Distance 50k
Swamp 50 km Trail Race
188 days away
50 km Distance
3,500 m Climbing
7.8 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 70 m / km
Vertical. Extreme verticality. This is a technical mountain course with sustained steep grades.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a vertical course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 3,500 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes70 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles3,500 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
The Swamp Trail Race course is 6.2 mile loop that is flowing, single track with lots of short steep climbs.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.