Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent is a transit-friendly, chip timed urban trail event in Hamilton, ON that offers a mix of paved paths, dirt trails and rugged technical sections. Courses pass through King’s Forest and along Red Hill Creek, and include river and waterfall views.

Distances:

• 21 km
• 10 km
• 5 km
• 3 km kids run
• 1 km kids run

The 5 km course uses concrete paths and dirt trails with a short bridge crossing and hill climbs; it is described as non-technical. The 10 km includes the Albion climb, the Bruce Trail and two waterfall views, and it crosses Red Hill Valley Creek twice. The 21 km is primarily on the Bruce Trail, is technical and out-and-back, and passes Felker’s Falls and Devil’s Punch Bowl twice.

Aid stations provide XACT energy bars, water, electrolyte beverage and snacks at the start/finish line, at about 3.5 km and 8 km. Participants must bring a reusable cup or water bottle because cups are not provided. The 10 km route passes two aid stations; the 21 km passes four.

Each entry includes a Canadian made toque. Race medals are available as an optional add-on until August 20. Kit pickup is available at Runner’s Den Hamilton the Friday before the event and on-site race day. Parking is available at Greenhill Bowl Park and Rosedale Park; public transit access via Greenhill/Cochrane bus stop is noted.

Race rules include a leave-no-trace policy and minimal on-course signage using Bruce Trail blaze markings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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