New in 2026
There are going to be big changes to the race course this year. We'll be keeping the things that have worked and trying our best to smooth over some of the problem areas. One historic constraint has been trying to get enough miles to create a half marathon. Instead, we will focus on creating a short and a long course that make sense and focus less on the actual distance.
Schedule
7:00 AM - Packet pickup and same day registration open @ Wilson Lodge
8:00 AM - Early start of the Half Marathon
8:45 AM - Packet pickup and same day registration closes
9:00 AM - Start of the Half Marathon
9:05 AM - Packet pickup re-opens. After the start of the Half the field will be set, so no new registrations.
9:45 AM - Packet pickup closes
10:00 AM - Start of the 5 Mile
~11:00 AM - Post-race snacks and drinks available @ Watkins Lodge
~12:00 PM - Awards and post race meal @ Watkins Lodge
Location & Parking
Race HQ is at Wilson Lodge in Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill. There is a parking lot next to Wilson Lodge, but this is reserved for race staff and volunteers. Driving past the Lodges, there is a one-way, counter-clockwise loop for accessing a baseball field and several pavilions. We have reserved these pavilions for event parking. We will be directing traffic on the day of the races, so keep an eye out for our volunteers. We would like to fill in spaces starting at the end of the loop, so keep driving forward on the loop until directed.
Please do not park on the race course or on the main park road. Please do not park in the small lots by the jump off, as these are reserved for other visitors to the park. Note that the main park road is one-way, counter-clockwise, so be careful when leaving the park.
Course
TBD
Friday Activities
We will be offering all racers the option to tent or vehicle camp in the area by the lodges. There is also the option to use one of the campsites or cabins at the park, but athletes will need to make their own arrangements with Ontario County Parks.
We'll have some casual Friday night social events starting around 7:00PM. We may have some light snacks available, but dinner is on your own. You will have access to several outdoor grills by the lodges, along with some kitchen equipment if you want to cook. Some area restaurants include:
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Brew and Brats (4 min drive)
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Roots Cafe (10 min drive)
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Naples Wood Fired Pizza (12 min drive)
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Birdhouse Brewing (19 min drive)
Saturday morning we'll put out some breakfast foods consisting of fruit, oatmeal, coffee, tea, and baked goods from Plenty the Bakery.
Tent camping will be in the area surrounding the lodges. Parking and vehicle camping will be available in the parking lot next to Wilson Lodge. There are four bathrooms in the park, including the one right in Wilson Lodge. There are shower facilities available in a bathroom by the RV camping.
Post-Race Activities
After the race, kick up your feet and hang out with us in Watkins Lodge for a while. Post-race activities will include:
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Hand-made burritos from R's Market!
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Beer from Peacemaker Brewing and a wide selection of other beverages!
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A variety of fruit and snacks!
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In Motion Physical Therapy FLX will be at the finish to offer athlete support and answer PT questions!
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Cheering for finishers!
Giveaways
The Longsleeve
Just in time for autumnal briskness, this soft cotton/poly blend long sleeve provides a comfortable layer of forearm protection.
The Pint Glass
Welcome to the new home for all of your pint-sized beverages. This high quality glass is fully wrapped in the Ontario Summit logo.
Awards
We will provide awards to the Overall Female Long Course, Overall Male Long Course, Overall Female Short Course, Overall Male Short Course, and a random selection of participants. Awardees will be contacted within a few days after the race and offered a selection of gift cards and race entries.
Volunteers
Ontario Summit runs on the spirit of volunteerism. We would like to reward this with some special giveaways:
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All volunteers will receive breakfast, post-race meal, and a race shirt.
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Four key volunteer positions (Crossroads Station Captain, Gell Station Captain, Finish Captain, and Sweeper) will also receive their choice of
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Entry to Ontario Summit 2027;
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Entry to Common Ground Winter Trail Series 2027; or
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Two tickets to the Trail Running Film Festival 2027
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Any non-profit organization volunteering as a group of 5 or more will receive a portion of the race revenue, to be determined after the event.
Use the Volunteer registration button or contact the Race Director for more information.
Event Policies
Registration fee is $45 (+ $5.31 in UltraSignup fees). No price increases.
Distance switching will be allowed at any time up to race-day check-in. There is no fee.
Deferrals to next year's event will be allowed through September 11th at 11:59PM ET. There is no fee for deferrals.
Refunds will be available through September 4th at 11:59PM ET. Refunds will include 100% of the registration fee, but will not include UltraSignup fees.
The Race Director reserves the right to disqualify participants for unsporty actions, including:
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Any abusive behavior towards race staff, volunteers, or fellow participants. Zero tolerance.
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Littering, excessive damage to the trails, or tampering with course markings.
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Receiving aid outside designated areas or pacing from non-participants.
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Course-cutting, in particular cutting across switchbacks. In most cases, participants who run short will not be removed from the results, but may not be eligible for awards.
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