Trail Running calendar near Ottawa 2026-2027

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.

A rural run at the historic Ecotay farm in Perth ON offering 6K and 10K loop courses with spring scenery, a breakfast sandwich, a beverage, a commemorative medal and post-race entertainment.

A trail endurance event at Parc Nakkertok in Val‑des‑Monts on May 9, 2026. Races run for three, six or twelve hours on a 6 km loop and a one loop fun run option is offered.

Trail running in Gatineau on 7 June 2026 with distances from 1 km to 31 km. Courses run through natural areas near Collège Saint‑Alexandre with professional timing and on course refreshment stations.

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.

A Last Person Standing event at The Ark in Denholm QC offering full and shorter loops, a two person team option and a snowshoe version. Runners must return to the corral each hour or be eliminated.

Chip-timed trail races on the Camp Fortune network in Chelsea, QC, with distances from 5 to 30 km plus relay and corporate cup. Registration includes post-race meal, aid stations, medal and on-site music.

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.

Mud Hero Ottawa on July 25, 2026 features a 6 km mud-and-obstacle course at Commando Paintball, a finisher medal, live DJ, food trucks and a beer garden 19+. Onsite photographer, bag check and paid parking are available.

A mid summer trail event at Sheila McKee Park in Dunrobin with a 5K trail race and a 2K kids run. The marked course leaves pavement for roots, dirt and rocks, with chip timing, bibs and snacks after the race.

A 5 km obstacle course event at Wesley Clover Parks with over 25 obstacles, foam and mud pits, a free kids zone and festival area. Tickets include a finisher medal and festival access.

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 race at Camp Fortune on September 6, 2026 offering 20K, 10K, 5K and a 2K kids race, with the new 20K included in the UTMB Index. A Green Bib option supports Sauvetage Bénévole Outaouais Ottawa Volunteer Search and Rescue.

A backyard ultra in Manotick on October 3, 2026, focused on repeating loops and mutual support among runners. The event highlights community connection and the local gathering place around 692 Coffee & Bar.

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 road and trail event in Wakefield with courses from 3 km to 21.1 km that pass the covered bridge and sections of Gatineau Park. The half marathon on trail features varied terrain and limited entries.

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.

Gatineau Loppet runs 19 to 21 February 2027 in Gatineau. It features classic and skate techniques, timed or untimed, with distances from 2 km to 50 km and combined race options.