Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent is a transit friendly, chip timed urban trail race in Hamilton. The route mixes paved paths, dirt trails and technical singletrack, and passes rivers, forests, waterfalls and areas of fall colour. Sections include King's Forest, Red Hill Valley Trail and parts of the Bruce Trail.

Distances offered:

• 21k: out and back on Bruce Trail, technical, passes Felker's Falls and Devil's Punch Bowl.
• 10k: starts in King's Forest, includes the Albion climb and Bruce Trail, passes two waterfalls.
• 5k: non technical on paths and dirt trails, includes a small bridge and Albion hill climbs.
• 3km kids run: flat out and back on Red Hill Valley Trail, includes kid's medal.
• 1km kids run: flat out and back on Red Hill Valley Trail, includes medal.

Entry fees differ by distance. Each runner receives a Canadian made toque, medals are sold as an optional add on. Aid stations provide water, electrolyte beverage, Xact energy bars and surprise snacks at the start/finish and on course; participants should bring a reusable cup or bottle. The event is cupless to reduce waste and promotes Leave No Trace practices. Parking is available at Greenhill Bowl Park and Rosedale Park and the course is accessible by public transit at the Greenhill/Cochrane stop. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.