York 38 Special
August 17, 2024
July 2024 Update - we've gone virtual. Please read below.
Our community recently survived the Horse Gulch Fire, which burned over 15,000 acres and caused a tremendous strain on our community and resources. As a result of the fire, parts of the National Forest remain closed, including a portion of the 38 Special course.
Due to these factors, along with the ongoing threat of fire danger, continued high heat and poor air quality, our team has made the difficult decision to take the race virtual. We've extended the registration period to August 31, and participants will have until September 15th to submit times (details forthcoming). As always, racers will compete for an awesome homemade plaque and will also receive a swag bag.
If you have already registered and do not wish to participate in the virtual race, we can defer your registration fee to next year. All race proceeds go directly to supporting York Fire Rescue in their ongoing efforts to protect our community. The summer and additional threats to our area are far from over and we appreciate those who donate their race fees even if they are unable to participate or defer.
Due to the unusual circumstances this year, if you cannot participate and do not want to donate your registration fee, we will issue a refund if requested.
Trout Creek Canyon Drone footage from IFLYBIGSKY
Catch a glimpse from above of some of the spectacular scenery in Trout Creek Canyon,
courtesy of iFlyBigSky!
Catch a glimpse from above of some of the spectacular scenery in Trout Creek Canyon,
courtesy of iFlyBigSky!
YORK 38 SPECIAL 2022 from iFLYBIGSKY on
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This event is hosted by York Fire Rescue Inc for the benefit of York Volunteer Fire Department and is located on public lands under a Special Use Permit authorized by Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest.
June 15th thru September 15th - Virtually anywhere
Please note - portions of the 38 Special route are currently closed by the Forest Service. Please consider riding elsewhere to complete your 38 miles. The route may open back up before September 15th - please check with the Forest Service before attempting to ride this route.
Thirty-eight miles along spectacular scenery, through the Big Belt Mountains, beautiful canyons and three creeks! This amazing ride includes varied terrain on gravel, asphalt road, and single track. Challenge yourself or take it easy and enjoy the views!
Bear Trap and Trout Creek routes - A challenging and exciting mountain bike ride covering 38 or 76 miles of breathtaking scenery. On the York 38 Special or the Spirit of 76, you will gain 3,000 vertical feet from lowest point of the ride (Nelson), traveling mainly on dirt roads and single track. Six Aid stations with our famous homemade goodies & porta potties are spread throughout the course.
Lucky 13 Family Ride - The Lucky 13 route is 13 miles, approximately 6.5 miles along York Road, from York to Vigilante Campground, around the campground loop, and back to York. About half of the route is paved. An Aid station & porta potty available on this route also!
VIRTUAL RIDE! Can't make race day but still want to participate? Ride (or run or walk!) the York 38/Lucky 13 route or any 38/13 mile route between June 15th and August 11th and submit your time for special prize categories! All activities must be recorded and verified using your choice of GPS tracking app or software (Strava, Garmin Connect, Suunto, etc). Riders must submit their times via the Results Tab TBD to be considered eligible for awards (details to follow).
Thirty-eight miles along spectacular scenery, through the Big Belt Mountains, beautiful canyons and three creeks! This amazing ride includes varied terrain on gravel, asphalt road, and single track. Challenge yourself or take it easy and enjoy the views!
Bear Trap and Trout Creek routes - A challenging and exciting mountain bike ride covering 38 or 76 miles of breathtaking scenery. On the York 38 Special or the Spirit of 76, you will gain 3,000 vertical feet from lowest point of the ride (Nelson), traveling mainly on dirt roads and single track. Six Aid stations with our famous homemade goodies & porta potties are spread throughout the course.
Lucky 13 Family Ride - The Lucky 13 route is 13 miles, approximately 6.5 miles along York Road, from York to Vigilante Campground, around the campground loop, and back to York. About half of the route is paved. An Aid station & porta potty available on this route also!
VIRTUAL RIDE! Can't make race day but still want to participate? Ride (or run or walk!) the York 38/Lucky 13 route or any 38/13 mile route between June 15th and August 11th and submit your time for special prize categories! All activities must be recorded and verified using your choice of GPS tracking app or software (Strava, Garmin Connect, Suunto, etc). Riders must submit their times via the Results Tab TBD to be considered eligible for awards (details to follow).
Thank you for choosing our ride
and supporting the York Volunteer Fire Department!
