Trail Running calendar near St. Catharines 2026-2027

Beast of Burden Winter is a chilly ultramarathon in Lockport, NY with 25, 50 and 100 mile options on February 7, 2026. Run the scenic Erie Canal towpath where snow is possible and enjoy warming shelters and hot aid station fare.

A flat chip timed 5 km on Hamiltons waterfront at Bayfront Park on March 28 2026, with a finisher medal, post race food and online photos. Early registrants receive a hooded sweat top and awards are given overall and by five year age groups..

Run a scenic 5K through trails and vineyards at Spring Lake Winery in Lockport on April 4, 2026. Enjoy finish line snacks, a keepsake wine glass, and post race food and drinks with live music and festivities.

Trail race at Dundas Valley Conservation Area offering 5 km to 50 km out-and-back courses on a near-flat, groomed rail trail with aid stations every 5 to 8 km, chip timing, shirts and finisher medals. Event supports Melanoma Canada.

DENFIT ULTRA at Buffalo Ski Center is a 10 km ski slope loop with 50k or 100k options, offering big elevation and possible snow. Parts are unlit so headlamps are required and finishers earn medals and custom spears.

Join the 5 Peaks Trail Running Series at Kelso in Milton for forest trails with steep climbs and flowing descents. Pick distances from kids races to 20.6 km and enjoy scenic singletrack, aid stations and a lively finish.

Trail race on the Seaton Trail near Pickering with distances from a 1K kids run to a 50K double loop. The out and back course is well marked and includes single and double track, a creek crossing, stairs and a nine hour cutoff.

A two day trail weekend in Dundas Valley featuring 20K loop races from 10K to 100 Mile, four aid stations, team relays and Western States qualifying opportunities.

A 100-mile route around the City of Hamilton starting in Carlisle on May 30, 2026. Finish within 40 hours for a Gold buckle or complete the distance during June to receive a Pewter buckle.

A trail half marathon of 21.1 km and a 7 km trail race through historic parts of St. Catharines including the 12 Mile Creek Trail. Limited fields and a walker division that uses the same route.

Time based trail event on June 20, 2026 at Marydale Park using a 3.7 km loop, offered as a 15 hour 23 minute solo format or a team relay for up to five runners, with one aid station, shirt and medal and funds to the C.Y.O. camp program.

Trail running event at Kelso Conservation on June 27, 2026 offering 2K, 5K, 10K, MAX Elevation and a 20K relay. Courses include aid stations, professional chip timing and a post event village with awards.

Trail races along the Toronto Bruce Trail on July 11, 2026, offering approx. 52 km, 27.5 km and 10 km options, point to point courses with shuttle service for longer distances and cup free aid stations.

The 5 Peaks - Area 8 will take place in Milton on Saturday 18 July 2026. You can run between 8 and 24 kilometers.

Wicked Wine Run in Buffalo pairs a 5K run or a 1K tasting walk at Liberty Vineyards & Winery on July 18, 2026, with wine sampling on course, finish line pours, event shirts, and postrace activities.

Trail running at Dundas Valley Conservation Area with a 7 km loop, timed 6 12 24 hour races, a 100 mile option, a 21 km race and the Gong Show elimination event. The course is wooded with rolling hills and about 130 m gain per lap.

Take on the Summer Beast of Burden in Lockport NY with 25, 50 or 100 mile options along the scenic Erie Canal towpath and historic draw bridges. Stocked aid stations keep you fueled and 100 mile finishers can earn a Double Beast Buckle.

Run the Heart Lake stop of the 5 Peaks Ontario Trail Running Series on Saturday October 3, enjoying shaded trails, fall colours and lake views. Choose distances from a kids run to longer challenge and soak up a friendly trail race vibe.

Trail races on October 10, 2026 at Christie Lake featuring a 5.3 km loop with distances from 5 km to 53 km solo and relay teams. Two aid stations per loop, cupless policy, and proceeds support Oceana Canada.

Run the Lost Valley Trail Race in Dundas, Ontario, a point to point Bruce Trail event offering 10 km and 25 km routes through scenic escarpment terrain. Field limited to 180 and La Sportiva will host shoe demos and giveaways.