The Chiggy Ultra
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About the race
The Chiggy Ultra 2027 is a multi-loop trail race held at Cape Chignecto Park. Runners may choose to complete one, two or three loops on a marked route that uses the red main trail and the blue McGahey Canyon connector for about five kilometres before returning to the red trail and proceeding counterclockwise back to the gate.
There are three on-course support locations: a hydration station at the bunkhouse turn off on the trail, the Carey Brook cabin aid station at approximately 21 km, and the Arch Gulch aid station at approximately 43 km. Aid stations operate without disposable cups; volunteers will pour drinks into runners own bottles or flasks. Insulated cups are available only for warm beverages during overnight support. Typical aid station items include water, sports drink, coffee, banana bread, pumpkin pie, cookies, pickles, soup, grilled cheese and gluten free bread while supplies last.
Drop bags must be disposable, clearly labeled with runner name and target aid station, and are treated as disposable after the event. One drop bag is available for one-loop runners at Carey Brook; two and three-loop runners may place bags at Carey Brook and Arch Gulch. Late drop bag delivery may mean items arrive later on course.
Two and three-loop entrants must plan for a pacer for their final lap; pacer bibs are provided and pacers register at the start/finish with emergency contact and allergy information. Vaulted toilets appear along the route and cabin aid stations. Paramedics and first aid kits will be on site. Scheduled pick ups are provided for runners who withdraw, with medical emergencies treated as exceptions. A sign is available to extend a finish for those wishing to complete a full 100 mile distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.