Trail Running Calendar Canada 2026-2027

Explore the scenic trails of Squamish in the first race of the 5 Peaks BC series at Alice Lake Provincial Park. Choose from distances between 3 km and 17.8 km featuring technical single tracks and stunning lakeside views.

Experience a unique run on the groomed slopes of Rabbit Hill Snow Resort. Choose between multiple distances or a six hour challenge to support maternity care in Haiti.

Experience a technical trail run through the scenic Caledon Hills Bruce Trail with choices of 25 km, 50 km, or a full 72 km traverse ending at Mono Centre.

Experience one of Canada’s most historic ultras through the technical rainforest trails of Port Moody. Run 50 km with 2000 meters of elevation gain across roots and coastal ridges.

Trail races at Royal Roads University in Victoria on April 11, 2026 offer 11 km, 6 km and 1 km courses. The long route has about 300 m elevation gain and an aid station near 7.5 km.

Explore the flowing single track trails of Royal Roads University in Victoria with race distances of 1 km, 6 km, and 11 km suitable for various experience levels.

A trail run in Lac Du Bois Grasslands Park near Kamloops with 5 km, 10 km and 21 km options. Expect desertlike single track, rocky sections and shuttle service from Windsor Avenue because there is no parking at the site.

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.

Explore Ontario's Niagara Escarpment through a diverse series of trail races ranging from 1 km to 100 km. Experience unique formats like the Backyard Ultra combined with local craft beer and food.

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.

Experience a fast and downhill race featuring picturesque views of the St. Lawrence River and Quebec City. Choose from certified courses including a 5 km, 10 km, and half marathon at this award winning event.