Trail Running calendar near Ottawa 2026-2027

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.

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.

Experience a beautiful rural run at the historic Ecotay farm in Perth featuring loop courses on quiet country roads. Enjoy a post race party with live music and a farm fresh breakfast sandwich.

Timed trail races on a 6 km loop at Parc Nakkertok with 3 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour options plus a one loop fun run. Event date May 9, 2026; registration closes April 30.

BougeBouge Gatineau is a trail running event in Gatineau on 7 June 2026 offering distances from 1 km to 31 km. Course details are being finalized, timing is by Sportstats and water stations will be available on course.

A track ultra on a 400 m outdoor track at Russell High School on June 13, 2026 offering timed and full day formats plus relays and a kids event. Official lap counting, aid stations with hot meals, and awards for top finishers.

Test your endurance in a classic last person standing event or join the world s only two person team Backyard Ultra. Run technical trail loops every hour at a scenic Quebec venue with onsite camping.

The Trail Du Parc will take place in Chelsea on Saturday 27 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 30 kilometers.

Singletrack trail race at Camp Fortune in Chelsea QC with *3K*, *5K* and *10K* options. Courses are well marked, there is no cutoff time, and post-race hospitality is available at the lodge.

Experience a 6 km obstacle course filled with mud and excitement at Commando Paintball. This event features live music, food trucks, and a beer garden for a complete celebration after your run.

Test your strength on the steep climbs and fast descents of this evening trail race in Dunrobin. With 5 km and 2 km distances available, it is a great adventure for the whole family.

A 5K obstacle course with 25 obstacles, heavy foam and onsite entertainment at Wesley Clover Parks on August 22, 2026. Spectator entry is free and participant packs include a medal and buff.

Trail race at The Ark in Denholm supporting rescued dogs. Three distances and dogs welcome, with marked single-track trails, post-race food and random prizes.

Trail races at Camp Fortune organised by Run Ottawa, offering 20K, 10K, 5K and a 2K kids race. Reviews note steep climbs, strong volunteer and SAR support, and a bespoke finisher medal.

The Manotick Backyard Ultra is a looped endurance challenge set in the historic town of Manotick. The event also includes a timed 5K and a family-friendly 1K, with partial proceeds supporting the CHEO Children's Hospital.

Trail and ultra race at The Ark near Ottawa offering 3K to 50K on true singletrack with sustained elevation. The 21K 30K and 50K distances carry official UTMB Index recognition.

A Wakefield weekend of road and trail running around the covered bridge and Gatineau Park, with distances from 3 km to 21.1 km, timed results, on-site parking and a program of food and evening activities.

Evening Halloween themed run in Gatineau offering 1 km, 2 km, 5 km and 10 km options. Costumes are encouraged and headlamps are mandatory for participants. Bib pick up and limited new registrations happen on site the morning of the event.

Experience the Gatineau Loppet 2027 from February 19 to 21 in Quebec. This premier cross-country skiing event offers classic and free style races ranging from 2 km to 50 km, including multi-day endurance challenges.