West Almond Trails IMPACT Run

  • Date Sat 23rd August 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Belmont, New York
  • Price $20.00 - $35.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the inaugural West Almond Trails IMPACT Run, taking place on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, in the picturesque Belmont, Allegany. This exciting event invites both seasoned runners and casual walkers to explore the beautiful Phillips Creek and Turnpike State Forests. Participants can choose between two fantastic race distances: a 5K run/walk and a 10K run.

The 5K route will follow the newly improved Trail 3 loop and Trail 2 loop, culminating at the State Route 244 parking lot. With a true length of 5.5K, this course promises to showcase the stunning landscapes of Western New York while featuring some fun challenges, including a few wet spots. For those seeking a longer adventure, the 10K run will take you on a scenic journey through various trails, including a creek crossing and rolling hardwood stands, before finishing at the same trailhead.

This year’s event holds special significance as it commemorates the unwavering dedication of founding members Pam Schu and Gail Bartas, who were instrumental in promoting and enhancing local trail systems. Don't miss the chance to honor their legacy while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors with friends and family!

Organiser's Description

IMPACT: Friends Improving Allegany County Trails is hosting the inaugural year for our annual trail run through the forested Phillips Creek and Turnpike State Forest. The 5K run or walk will follow the newly improved Trail 3 loop then the Trail 2 loop before finishing at the trail head of the State Route 244 parking lot. It has a true length of 5.5K and may have wet spots to cross.

The 10K run starts with everyone following the East side of Trail 3 then continues north on Trail 4 to the Stewart Forest Road. It will follow a short section of the gravel road north before turning onto the Trail 5 loop and heading back south to Trail 4, merging with Trail 6, and finally heading south on Trail 2/6 before finishing at the trailhead of the State Route 244 parking lot. There is one creek crossing and potentially wet spots to run through.

Both runs will pass through rolling hardwood stands as well as sections of older pine plantations showing off the beauty of Western New York. Map of Phillips Creek and Turnpike State Forests [https://dec.ny.gov/media/11851]

This year's run will have a special commemoration to two founding members of IMPACT: Friends Improving Allegany County Trails. Both Pam Schu and Gail Bartas were unmatched in their enthusiasm, promotion, and use of local trail systems. The accomplishments of IMPACT are directly linked to their dedication which continued until their passing. IMPACT Friends Group website [https://www.impactfriendsgroup.org/]

A georeferenced map of both races can be found here: 5K and 10K topo map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/16oGo6046fdh1CZJyuLwh1vMa0VS1-9e1/view?usp=sharing]

A georeferenced map of the 5K trail run/walk can be found here: 5K trail run-walk topo map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TzFWuebnUm7l_CB65r8xJroLJqgOSGaA/view?usp=drive_link]

A georeferenced map of the 10K trail run can be found here: 10K trail run topo map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PSm0kmbeNDJpCrD3xexCaBpKUyXLGOSS/view?usp=drive_link]

Races

  • 5K Walk

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:15AM EDT)

    $25.00

    The race starts up a few hundred meters from the parking area on State Route 244. It follows the Trail 3 loop counterclockwise and returns to finish on the Trail 2 loop and ends at the State Route 244 Phillips Creek Trailhead.
  • 5K Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:15AM EDT)

    $25.00

    The race starts up a few hundred meters from the parking area on State Route 244. It follows the Trail 3 loop counterclockwise and returns to finish on the Trail 2 loop and ends at the State Route 244 Phillips Creek Trailhead.
  • 10K Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $35.00

    The race starts up a few hundred meters from the parking area on State Route 244. The course follows the east side of Trail 3 then heads north at Lockwood Forest Road on Trail 4 to Stewart Forest Road. counterclockwise loop on Trail 5, then counterclockwise on Trail 4. Finally, Trail 6 back to the finish line.
  • IMPACT Members 5K Walk

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:15AM EDT)

    $20.00

    Same walk, reduced price for members! Become a member on our website: https://www.impactfriendsgroup.org/membership The race starts up a few hundred meters from the State Route 244 Phillips Creek Trails Parking Area. The course follows the east side of Trail 3 then heads north at Lockwood Forest Road on Trail 4 to Stewart Forest Road. Next, follow the counterclockwise loop on Trail 5, then counterclockwise on Trail 4. Finally, Trail 6 back to the finish line.
  • IMPACT Members 5K Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:15AM EDT)

    $20.00

    Same race, reduced price for members! Become a member on our website: https://www.impactfriendsgroup.org/membership The race starts up a few hundred meters from the parking area on State Route 244. It follows the Trail 3 loop counterclockwise and returns to finish on the Trail 2 loop and ends at the State Route 244 Phillips Creek Trailhead.
  • IMPACT Members 10K Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $30.00

    Same race, reduced price for members! Become a member on our website: https://www.impactfriendsgroup.org/membership The race starts up a few hundred meters from the State Route 244 Phillips Creek Trails Parking Area. The course follows the east side of Trail 3 then heads north at Lockwood Forest Road on Trail 4 to Stewart Forest Road. Next, follow the counterclockwise loop on Trail 5, then counterclockwise on Trail 4. Finally, Trail 6 back to the finish line.

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Location

Phillips Creek State Forest Parking Area, State Route 244, Belmont, 14813, NY, United States

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