Big A 50K Trail Race
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location York, Maine
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Big A 50K Trail Race on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the beautiful town of York! This thrilling event features a challenging course made up of three exhilarating 10.35-mile loops, starting at the breathtaking summit of Mount Agamenticus, affectionately known as Big A. Runners will enjoy the stunning natural scenery as they tackle the technical terrain, which includes single tracks, dirt roads, and ATV trails, all while facing approximately 5,787 feet of elevation gain.
Participants have the option to cross the finish line at various points, including approximately 10 miles and 13 miles, making it accessible for all levels of trail enthusiasts. Whether you're aiming for the full 50K or just a portion of this incredible challenge, the Big A 50K is designed to inspire and invigorate. Your participation not only promises an unforgettable day of outdoor adventure but also supports the Mount A Conservation Region, as the event requests a minimum donation of $20 instead of a traditional registration fee. Lace up your trail running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning landscapes of York!
Participants have the option to cross the finish line at various points, including approximately 10 miles and 13 miles, making it accessible for all levels of trail enthusiasts. Whether you're aiming for the full 50K or just a portion of this incredible challenge, the Big A 50K is designed to inspire and invigorate. Your participation not only promises an unforgettable day of outdoor adventure but also supports the Mount A Conservation Region, as the event requests a minimum donation of $20 instead of a traditional registration fee. Lace up your trail running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning landscapes of York!
Organiser's Description
THE BIG A 50K COURSE
THE COURSE IS COMPOSED OF THREE 10.35 MILE LOOPS STARTING AT THE SUMMIT OF MOUNT AGAMENTICUS (BIG A) AND CLIMBING BACK UP THE BIG A AND GOING OVER SECOND HILL AND THIRD HILL AND BACK UP THE BIG A. THERE ARE OPPORTUNITIES TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES AND 13 MILES (OR ANY MULTIPLE OF THEM UP TO 31 MILES/50K). THE TERRAIN IS MOSTLY SINGLE TRACK WITH SOME DIRT ROAD AND ATV-TYPE TRAILS. FOOTING IS TECHNICAL WITH PLENTY OF ROCKS, ROOTS, AND ELEVATION CHANGES. TRAIL RUNNING SHOES ARE RECOMMENDED. THE FULL 50K HAS APPROXIMATELY 5,787 FEET OF ELEVATION GAIN.
COURSE RECORDS
- PATRICK CARON 4:48 (2017)
- LILA GAUDRAULT 5:22 (2022)
RACE CONTACTS
PLEASE DIRECT REGISTRATION RELATED QUESTIONS TO NICK DARBY NDARBY@YORKMAINE.ORG
FOR RACE RELATED QUESTIONS EMAIL THE TEAM AT - YORKTRAILRUNNER@GMAIL.COM
DONATIONS NEEDED
DID YOU NOTICE REGISTRATION WAS FREE? HISTORICALLY THIS EVENT HAS NOT HAD AN OFFICIAL REGISTRATION FEE AND INSTEAD ASKED FOR DONATIONS TO BENEFIT THE MOUNT A CONSERVATION REGION. A MINIMUM DONATION OF $20 IS RECOMMENDED. PLEASE REACH OUT IF YOU FORGOT TO DONATE WHEN REGISTERING OR WISH TO MAIL IN A CHECK, AS YOUR SUPPORT IS VITAL TO THIS EVENTS MISSION, ENSURING THE LONGEVITY OF THIS TRAIL RACE AND GREATLY APPRECIATED! CHECKS CAN BE MADE OUT TO "MOUNT A CONSERVATION" AND SENT TO THE YORK PARKS AND REC DEPARTMENT AT 200 US ROUTE 1, YORK, ME 03909.
THE COURSE IS COMPOSED OF THREE 10.35 MILE LOOPS STARTING AT THE SUMMIT OF MOUNT AGAMENTICUS (BIG A) AND CLIMBING BACK UP THE BIG A AND GOING OVER SECOND HILL AND THIRD HILL AND BACK UP THE BIG A. THERE ARE OPPORTUNITIES TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES AND 13 MILES (OR ANY MULTIPLE OF THEM UP TO 31 MILES/50K). THE TERRAIN IS MOSTLY SINGLE TRACK WITH SOME DIRT ROAD AND ATV-TYPE TRAILS. FOOTING IS TECHNICAL WITH PLENTY OF ROCKS, ROOTS, AND ELEVATION CHANGES. TRAIL RUNNING SHOES ARE RECOMMENDED. THE FULL 50K HAS APPROXIMATELY 5,787 FEET OF ELEVATION GAIN.
COURSE RECORDS
- PATRICK CARON 4:48 (2017)
- LILA GAUDRAULT 5:22 (2022)
RACE CONTACTS
PLEASE DIRECT REGISTRATION RELATED QUESTIONS TO NICK DARBY NDARBY@YORKMAINE.ORG
FOR RACE RELATED QUESTIONS EMAIL THE TEAM AT - YORKTRAILRUNNER@GMAIL.COM
DONATIONS NEEDED
DID YOU NOTICE REGISTRATION WAS FREE? HISTORICALLY THIS EVENT HAS NOT HAD AN OFFICIAL REGISTRATION FEE AND INSTEAD ASKED FOR DONATIONS TO BENEFIT THE MOUNT A CONSERVATION REGION. A MINIMUM DONATION OF $20 IS RECOMMENDED. PLEASE REACH OUT IF YOU FORGOT TO DONATE WHEN REGISTERING OR WISH TO MAIL IN A CHECK, AS YOUR SUPPORT IS VITAL TO THIS EVENTS MISSION, ENSURING THE LONGEVITY OF THIS TRAIL RACE AND GREATLY APPRECIATED! CHECKS CAN BE MADE OUT TO "MOUNT A CONSERVATION" AND SENT TO THE YORK PARKS AND REC DEPARTMENT AT 200 US ROUTE 1, YORK, ME 03909.
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Big a 50K Trail Race
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
Free
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