Trail Running calendar near Tors Cove 2026-2027

A Backyard Ultra at Paradise Park, NL on May 22, 2026 with a 200 runner field, partial refunds in January, and official merchandise; the inaugural 2024 event had 134 starters and reached 31 laps.

A community fundraiser on June 6, 2026 in Mobile to support the 336 km East Coast Trail. Choose routes from 3.5 km to 23 km, use a personal fundraising page, and earn prize draw entries based on funds raised.

Seaside Showdown Series: Sugarloaf Path is a 9K trail race in St. John's from the Marine Lab to Quidi Vidi. The route is unflagged, a GPX file and Strava routes are provided, and volunteers are posted at key locations.

A roughly 8 km coastal trail race in Flatrock on July 4, 2026, running from Windgap Road past the landmark boulder to Torbay Beach. Field limited to 150 runners, entry $33 plus fees, registrations are final.

A community Pride fun run around Quidi Vidi Lake on July 18, 2026. The third edition supports Quadrangle LGBTQ Community Centre Inc., uses a single lap trail course, includes participant bling and a post race beer at Jack Astor's.

A seaside trail race in St. John's covering *10.6K* from Ft. Amherst to Blackhead, unflagged but supported by volunteers. A GPX file is available on request and routes are hosted in the series Strava club.

A 25 km trail event in St. John's with a two person relay option, starting at Signal Hill and finishing at Middle Cove Beach. The event supports mental health and raises awareness about suicide prevention.

An 8 km trail race on July 27, 2025 that circles two ponds along the well groomed T'Railway, with age group certificates, refreshments and a post-race reception at the Paradise Park bandstand.

An approximately 11 km loop on Mickeleens Path in Witless Bay with a GPX file provided and volunteers at key points. Registration closes August 1 and transfer and refund policies are defined for cancellations.

A 9.3 route from Maddox Cove to Cape Spear in St. John's with GPX available and volunteers at key points. Registration includes a $7.65 Parks Canada fee and start parking is limited.

A cross country meet on September 14, 2024 at Pippy Park with 2 km and 5 km races, chip timing and medals for the top three in each age category.

ECT 15 is a 15K coastal trail run on the Stiles Cove Path from Pouch Cove to Flatrock. It is part of the ECT 50 Sampler Season Pass and includes specific gear rules such as mandatory phone and whistle and one finish line drop bag.

A 21K trail run from Flatrock to Red Cliff on Father Troy's Trail, Silver Mine Head Path and Cobbler's Path. It serves as a sampler for the ECT 50 with mandatory safety rules and organized aid at Middle Cove Beach.

A 50 km coastal ultramarathon near Pouch Cove, NL with three aid stations, drop bag services, and cupless race rules. Proceeds support the East Coast Trail Association.

An 11 km trail race on November 11, 2025, along the T’Railway, sanctioned by the NLAA. Limited to 200 runners, finishers receive a medal and net proceeds support the Poppy Fund.