Trail Running Calendar Canada 2026-2027

A trail race in Wentworth Valley with a roughly 12.5 km loop and about 700 m of climb, listed as a 25K event. Start and finish are at the Barn, a free drink is provided and proceeds support the local fire department.

Trail half marathon and shorter races at Hersey Lake Conservation Area in Timmins on July 26, 2026. Volunteer organized event with three distances, registration fees in CAD and proceeds supporting the local running community.

A 5 km trail race and a 2 km kids run at Sheila McKee Park in Dunrobin on July 29, 2026. The course is off pavement with roots and rocks, with chip timing and a Green Bib option in lieu of a medal.

A backyard ultra on an approximately 3.36 km loop in Arva Ontario where runners repeat an hourly 6.7056 km loop until one remains; the field is limited to 67 and the event supports the Children's Health Foundation.

A mountain trail event in Grande Cache offering 118 km, 42 km and relay options, with three summits and a river crossing at Hell's Gate. Significant elevation gain and aid stations are provided along the route.

A 25 km trail event in St. John’s with a solo 25 km option and a two person relay. The route starts at Signal Hill and finishes at Middle Cove Beach and the event supports mental health and suicide prevention.

Vertical kilometre on Mount Elphinstone with summit views over Howe Sound and Tetrahedron Provincial Park. Limited to 60 runners, entries open 30 March.

A marathon in Whitehorse along the Yukon River Trail featuring single track and lakeside sections. Registration opens March 2 2026 and the event takes place on August 2 2026.

Trail races in Bonshaw Hills and Strathgartney Provincial Parks on August 2, 2026, organized by the PEI Roadrunners Club. Distances range from 5 km to 52 km over rolling hills, single-track trails and wooden bridges.

Part of the Water and Dirt Festival the Coureurs de Bois Trail Race in Petawawa offers 5 km 10 km a 3 by 5 km relay and a kids loop of about 2.5 km. Registration is open with fees varying by distance and age.

A trail running event in Thunder Bay with cash on site registration and race number pickup, a 10 dollar per person fee and a free Mini Fun Run for children afterward.

Point-to-point trail ultras in southwestern British Columbia featuring a roughly 124 mile main course plus 100 km and 40 mile options, remote single-track terrain, significant elevation gain, GPX files and crew access details provided.

Trail event in Mabou, Nova Scotia featuring **160K**, **86K**, and **46K** on coastal and highland trails, with technical shirts and Salomon prize draw eligibility.

Trail marathon and half marathon on the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail featuring rocky single track, steep climbs and waterfall views. Fields are limited, no disposable cups are provided, and part of each registration supports the..

Iron Legs Mountain Races features multiple trail distances from 25 km to 100 km, plus a 50 mile relay and a Racing Dusk event. Registration is open and the organizer has held events since 2009.

A Spartan weekend at Heritage Ranch on August 8 and 9, 2026 featuring Sprint, Super and Beast distances plus a kids race, held on scenic riverside trails with on-site activities.

Emperor's Challenge returns August 8, 2026 in Tumbler Ridge with a 20 km mountain race plus 2 km and 4 km kids races. Chip timing, five water stations and a fully marked alpine course.

A 5K course at Centre De Ski Le Relais with 25 plus obstacles, 2.5 million cubic feet of foam and festival amenities including a Kids Free Fun Zone and live DJ. Spectators attend for free and on-site services are available.

Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Red Deer runs August 8 and 9, 2026 at Heritage Ranch near the Red Deer River. Events include Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km, kids races and a four hour Hurricane Heat.

Urban trail race from Gold Bar Park with three scenic loops and distances from 1.2 km to 34 km. The event raises funds and awareness for men's mental health through the HeadsUpGuys platform.