Ridgewalk & Run : walks / runs

2 Mile Walk : [ course map ]

This walk is entirely paved, geared for a casual, shorter walk. It finishes at the intersection of Alma Hill Rd. and Reddy Rd. and offers the option to continue the last 3 miles of rugged trail to the Finish Line Arena.

This last 3 miles is the last section accessed by all the other walks and the 14 mile Trail Run. You should have plenty of company if you opt to continue.

• Check-in: 10:15 - 10:55 a.m.
• Bus leaves: 11:00 a.m.
• The start: 11:30 a.m., Alma Hill

5K Trail / Road Run ( 3.1 miles ) : [ course map ]

Challenge yourself with this aggressive 5K run. 2/3 of the run is on forest trails with some breath taking climbs, but the beauty of the trail makes the climb worth the effort. The course finishes with a fast ½ mile of down hill. There will be 2 aid stations on the course.

Save gas for the last portion on gravel and trails!

• Check-in: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
• Bus leaves: 11:35 a.m.
• The start: 12:00 noon, River Rd. at Jack Bridge

6 Mile Walk : [ course map ]

This walk starts on S. Alma Hill at the same point as the 2 mile, but veers immediately northeast on a forest road then onto rugged trail.

After following and crossing a short section of paved road the trail continues northwest on more forgiving terrain until it passes through the Reddy Rd. Aid Station. Three more miles to the finish!

• Check-in: 9:30 - 10:10 a.m.
• Buses leave: 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
• The start: rolling start w/ last start at 11 a.m., Alma Hill

Celebration of Praise takes place at the 6 mile Trailhead. Check-in: 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.; Bus Leaves: 9:10 a.m.

10K Trail / Road Run ( 6.2 miles ) : [ course map ]

Take the challenge of this unusual 10K run. The 1st half includes a flat scenic 2 mi on the W.A.G. railroad bed trail along the bank of the beautiful Genesee River. Save gas for the 2nd half covering the same challenging trails as the 5K run. The course finishes with a fast ½ mile of down hill. There will be 3 aid stations on the course.

• Check-in: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
• The start: 12:15 p.m., Wellsville Campus, ASC

9 Mile Walk : [ course map ]

This walk covers forest trails and footpaths, and is designed for experienced walkers and hikers only. The course climbs 800 feet in 2 miles and gradually rises 200 additional feet before it joins and crosses the 2 mile walk. This course can be challenging and somewhat rocky. The prettiest and most remote areas in Alma Township are featured in this walk.

Be prepared to spend up to 3 hours on the trails.

A cutoff time of 1:30 p.m. will be enforced at Reddy Road Aid Station. Anyone coming through after 1:30 p.m. will be asked to be shuttled to the finish line.

• Check-in: 8:15 - 9:30 a.m.
• Bus leaves: 9:45 a.m. (aggressive: 10:00 a.m.)
• The Start: 10:15 a.m. (aggressive: 10:30 a.m.), Alma Pond

14 Mile Trail Walk or Run : [ course map ]

Welcome to the Ridgewalk's most challenging trail! This course is a bear! Push yourself and contend for prizes and awards - or casually walk this terminator trail. It feature steep, rocky, and sometimes wet sections, as well as significant climbs and descents of 800' or more.

The reward is the awesome beauty on a clear day while negotiating wild, remote and challenging footpaths that wind you slowly northeast to the finish line. Extra hydration is a must, so carry a bottle of water.

For most, at a moderate pace, this scenic course will take over 4 hours to complete. Don't worry - 6 aid stations with be along the way!

A cutoff time of 1:30 p.m. will be enforced at Reddy Rd. Aid Station. Anyone coming through after 1:30 will be asked to be shuttled to the finish line.

• Check-in: 7:45 - 8:15 a.m.
• Bus leaves: 8:25 a.m.
• The start: 9:00 a.m., at Stoney Lonesome Road
   

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