Trail Running calendar near Ottawa 2026-2027

Run an 8 km hilly gravel course without watches or phones to see how close you can get to your predicted time. Enjoy a unique racing format followed by world famous brownies and social games in Denholm.

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.

Join the BougeBouge Gatineau trail run on June 7, 2026. Choose from distances ranging from 1 km to 35 km on trails that blend nature with the city. The event features professional timing, on-course refreshment stations, and a finisher's pri..

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.

Experience the beauty of Gatineau Park at Trail du Parc an event held in the Camp Fortune trail network. Choose from multiple timed distances and enjoy a festive atmosphere with live music and post-race meals.

Experience true singletrack trail racing in the Gatineau Hills with distances for everyone. Enjoy a grassroots mountain running event featuring forested trails a post race BBQ and no cutoff times.

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.

Experience an authentic trail run at Sheila McKee Park in Dunrobin with 5 km and 2 km options featuring natural terrain with roots and rocks.

Join this unique 5k obstacle fun run in Ottawa featuring over 25 obstacles and plenty of foam. Open to all ages and abilities, the event includes a festival area, beer garden, and free kids zone.

Enjoy a unique single track trail race in Denholm with distances of 3, 5, or 10 km. This dog friendly fundraising event supports animal rescues and features a random prize draw and a post race feast for all.

Challenge yourself on the technical trails of Gatineau Park with distances ranging from a kids 2 km to a UTMB Index 20 km race. Experience an authentic trail adventure through the scenic terrain of Camp Fortune.

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.

Test your endurance on technical singletrack in the Gatineau Hills with distances ranging from 3 km to a 50 km ultra. This grassroots event features peak fall scenery and a welcoming atmosphere with no cutoff times.

Run across the iconic Wakefield Covered Bridge and explore the trails of Gatineau Park. Choose from distances of 3 km to 21.1 km, with a festive weekend including storytelling by a campfire and a Thanksgiving brunch. The event starts and fi..

Join the BougeBouge Gatineau Halloween Night Run on 24 October for a spooky, costume friendly evening race where headlamps are required for safety. Pick 1, 2, 5 or 10 km and chase prizes with official timing and festive vibes.

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.