Big A 50K Trail Race

 

2026 Results are available as a PDF download here and will be added to RunSignUp soon. RUNNERS, please reach out with corrections as needed!

The Big A 50K 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. The full 50K has 5,787 feet of elevation gain. Footing is technical with plenty of rocks, roots, and elevation changes. Trail running shoes are recommended. All runners should train for and plan to finish within 10 hours.

Course Records
Tyler Sheedy  4:27 (2026)
Lila Gaudrault  5:22 (2022)

➤ 2024 Course Map
➤ Course Map GPX File
➤ 2024 Course Turn Sheet

FAQ’s
Past Results
Past Pre-Race Group Photos

Accommodations
Directions to Start

Please direct questions to Nick Darby at York Parks and Recreation.

Page last updated May 12, 2026.

Gate Hours Extended for July 3rd and 4th: Gate hours will be extended until 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday nights if weather allows. Parking at the summit is limited, and gate will be closed to oncoming traffic when summit parking reaches capacity. Plan to arrive extra early for a summit spot or allow plenty of time to park at the base and walk up. Site Rules
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