Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent Trail Race

Albion Ascent is a chip timed urban trail race in Hamilton, ON, featuring paved paths, dirt trails and rugged technical sections. The course runs through King’s Forest, along Red Hill Creek and uses portions of the Bruce Trail, passing Felker's Falls and Devil's Punch Bowl.

Distances offered

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

The 5 km route is mainly on concrete paths and dirt trails with a small bridge crossing and hill climbs and avoids narrow singletrack. The 10 km and 21 km routes include steeper climbs and technical singletrack sections; the 21 km uses the Bruce Trail and visits waterfalls twice. Aid stations provide Xact energy bars, water, an electrolyte beverage and surprise snacks and are located at the start/finish and near 3.5 km and 8 km. The event is cupless so runners must bring a reusable bottle or cup.

Each entry includes a Canadian made toque. Medals are sold as an add on. Race kit pickup is available before the event and on race day. The refund policy allows a 100% deferral at least 30 days before the event and free bib transfers up to 4 days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.