Trail Running Calendar Canada 2026-2027

This Wednesday night spring series features five cross-country runs exploring Edmonton's extensive river valley trails. Each week, the event takes place at a different park. Participants can sign up for individual races or commit to the ful..

Experience one of the fastest trail races in Canada on the flat and groomed paths of Dundas Valley. Choose from distances between 5 km and 50 km in this scenic community event.

An 8 km gravel prediction run in Denholm where runners leave timing devices aside and aim to match their predicted finish time. The event features freshly made Basset Ears and simple on-site contests with small prizes.

A four hour team orienteering trail event with map and compass navigation, point scoring for controls and time penalties for lateness. Maps are issued at check in and the start location is emailed to participants the day before.

Backyard Ultra in Sicamous runs hourly 6.706 km loops repeated until one runner remains. The 2026 winner receives a silver coin and an invitation to the Canadian Championship.

Experience a technical trail race through Ontario's beautiful Copeland Forest with 12.5 km, 25 km, and 50 km options. Support local mental health initiatives while tackling challenging climbs and unpredictable spring conditions.

Support the Mamingwey Burn Society during the Go For the Burn Run in Winnipeg featuring 3 km, 5 km, and 10 km routes through the beautiful Assiniboine Park.

Experience a thrilling 4 km nocturnal survival race in Laverlochère where you must dodge a zombie horde to keep your flags. Complete the obstacle course with at least one life remaining to be officially declared a survivor.

A technical trail race of about 21 km at Crowbar Hiking Trails near Porters Lake, Nova Scotia, with two timed start waves, an enforced cutoff at 7.6 km and prizes for podium finishers.

Run or hike through the scenic Van Tassel Lake trail system in Nova Scotia with 6km and 12km courses plus dedicated free races for children.

Experience the natural beauty of Point Pelee National Park with 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km road and trail courses set at the southernmost point of mainland Canada.

Join this premier running weekend in Wakefield featuring trail races on Saturday and road races on Sunday. Experience the scenic beauty of Outaouais with food, product trials, and distances for all trail and road runners.

Take on the Hanwell Hammering trail loops in New Brunswick with distances ranging from 5km to a 50km ultra. This UTMB Index event features a mix of single track trails and modern facilities at the Hanwell Community Centre.

The Oldman Backyard Ultra is a non profit backyard ultra held May 2 2026 at Pavan Park in Lethbridge Alberta. Runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour and may attempt 1 5 10 or 50 laps while proceeds support Youth One.

Certified races on May 2 and 3, 2026: 21.1K, 10K, 5K and 2K on Quebec City’s south shore, featuring river views on the Parcours des Anses and a GOLD sanction from Athlétisme Québec.

Experience the thrill of trail running by day or night at Wildwood Conservation Area with 10 km, 25 km, and 50 km races featuring fast tracks and muddy turns.

Explore the scenic and technical trails of Kelso Conservation Area with distances ranging from 1 km to 20.6 km. This cup free trail event offers a unique outdoor challenge for runners and hikers of all ambitions.

Trail running at Golden Ears Provincial Park with multiple distances from kids races to a 16 km Grit course, non timed hiking options, aid stations and optional finisher medals.

Experience an epic adventure across the Okanagan region on this 50 km point to point course. Run through technical single track trails and historic railways ending in the beautiful Naramata.

Explore the scenic trails of Cumberland with four race distances ranging from 4.5 km to 25 km. Support local forest conservation while enjoying a well supported trail running experience.